Spence ‘very proud’ to break WSL appearance record
Drew Spence says she is “very proud” to have become the Women’s Super League’s all-time appearance record holder, reaching 217 matches after starting for Tottenham against Birmingham City. The 34-year-old, who became Spurs captain this summer, says the milestone reflects years of work and the sacrifices needed to stay fit and available.
Spence overtook former Chelsea captain Millie Bright and has played every minute of Tottenham’s league matches so far this season. She spent 14 years at Chelsea, winning five league titles and four FA Cups, before joining Spurs in 2022. Spence says she understands her recovery and nutrition better now, while acknowledging that earlier in her career she wished she had prepared her body more effectively.
In short
- Drew Spence set a new WSL appearance record with 217 games.
- The 34-year-old overtook Millie Bright.
- She credits improved fitness and recovery for her longevity.
Explained simply
The Women’s Super League is England’s top division for women’s club football. It began in 2011, and its appearance record counts how many league matches a player has taken part in over her career.
Drew Spence is a midfielder who played for Chelsea for 14 years before joining Tottenham Hotspur in 2022. Her former Chelsea team-mate Millie Bright held the previous record, and Spence’s long run of appearances reflects her role across two clubs and many seasons.