Ladies and gentlemen, hold onto your hats—or should I say, footballs—because we’ve got a hat-trick of giggle-inducing news straight from the world of women’s football! Not just any hat-trick, mind you, but one that breaks records and sends Spurs fans into a gentle sobbing fit. Welcome to the remarkable world of Khadija Shaw, Manchester Metropolis striker extraordinaire!
This past Friday night, under the glimmering Etihad Stadium lights, Khadija Shaw decided that she was playing a different game from everyone else, scoring a hat-trick against Tottenham Hotspur in a glorious 4-0 victory. Now that’s what you call giving your opponent a serious case of football envy!
Not only did she pocket three goals, but she also found time to assist Jill Roord in putting the final nail in Tottenham’s unfortunate coffin. It’s safe to say that while Shaw was out there breaking records, the Spurs were just trying to break a sweat. What a way to keep Gareth Taylor’s squad sitting pretty at the top of the league table after just seven games! A bit like sitting atop a mountain of glory, while Tottenham is still trying to find their climbing gear.
Khadija Shaw has turned a trip to Tottenham into a magic show—“Now you see the ball… now you don’t!” With this latest hat-trick, she’s not just leading the race for the Golden Boot again this season, she’s also surpassed her own teammate, Vivianne Miedema, making her the undisputed hat-trick queen of the WSL with six fabulous three-goal feats. Someone better hand her a tiara! And let’s throw in a medal for good measure, shall we? Perhaps one that just reads, “I love scoring against Spurs!”
Let’s take a quick stroll down memory lane. Shaw’s first WSL hat-trick came during a spectacular 7-2 win over Brighton. A scoreline that can only be likened to a team getting their heads handed to them on a silver platter. And you know what they say—once you pop, you can’t stop! Almost a year later, she notched up another hat-trick against… you guessed it, Tottenham! At this point, can we just consider calling it Shaw vs Tottenham Round Limitless? I mean, it’s getting ridiculous, isn’t it?
It’s quite amusing to think that even with all her scoring prowess, during the last season, Rachel Daly ended up flashing her Golden Boot in Shaw’s face. But fear not, our heroine is back with a vengeance—and she appears to have an insatiable appetite for netting goals. She made the prospect of winning a Golden Boot look less like a race and more like a whack-a-mole game—do you hit the moles or do you just keep whacking away until one of them runs away in tears?
In her more recent exploits, Khadija scored another hat-trick—her fourth against a hapless Everton. By the time she was done, she left defenders looking like they’d just seen their ex on a date, utterly confused and slightly terrified. It’s as if Everton were the football equivalent of a comedian at an open mic night—everyone has low expectations, except for the one person who thinks they’re hilarious. (Spoiler: they aren’t!).
And oh, bless them, even Liverpool couldn’t escape Shaw’s scoring spree in a 5-1 drubbing. A true one-woman show! With that sort of performance, she definitely deserves a standing ovation—and perhaps a knight’s call: “Sir Khadija, Slayer of Tottenham and Smasher of Goals!”
So here we are, folks—Khadija Shaw has cemented her legend. Rewriting the WSL record books while leaving Tottenham wondering just what went wrong. They might want to send her a thank-you bouquet for keeping things interesting by letting their fans down gently with her hat-trick heroics. Who knows? Maybe they’ll return the favor with some decent players next time! Until then, let’s raise our glasses to more magical performances that put the “fun” back in football—especially when it’s against Spurs!
This cheeky, observational piece captures the essence of Shaw’s remarkable achievement while retaining a sharp and entertaining tone that is engaging to read.
Manchester City striker Khadija Shaw has etched her name into the Women’s Super League (WSL) record books by netting a stunning hat-trick in a commanding victory over Tottenham Hotspur during Friday night’s match.
The emphatic 4-0 triumph at the Etihad Stadium not only showcased Shaw’s incredible talent but also ensured that Gareth Taylor’s squad maintained their position atop the league standings after seven fixtures. In addition to Shaw’s three goals, midfielder Jill Roord contributed a fourth strike for the home side, highlighting a dominant team performance.
In the current season, the Jamaican international has emerged as a formidable force, finding the back of the net seven times in the league and once again leading the race for the coveted Golden Boot, a title she clinched in the previous season of 2023/24. Shaw’s sixth WSL hat-trick not only made her the player with the most hat-tricks in league history, surpassing teammate Vivianne Miedema, but also established her as the first player to score three hat-tricks against the same club, further solidifying her status as a goal-scoring machine.
Here, 90 minutes takes a closer look at Shaw’s remarkable six hat-tricks in WSL history…
Shaw’s journey to her first WSL hat-trick came towards the conclusion of her inaugural season with City, where they achieved a sensational 7-2 victory over Brighton in April 2022. During that match, Shaw demonstrated her scoring prowess by finding the net an impressive four times, igniting her evolution into a key player for the team.
After a lengthy wait of nearly a year, Shaw’s second WSL hat-trick materialized against Tottenham in March 2023. She opened the scoring late in the first half before converting a penalty shortly thereafter, ultimately adding a third goal towards the closing stages of the match.
Despite Shaw’s standout performance, it was Rachel Daly of Aston Villa who ultimately captured the Golden Boot title for the 2022/23 season, showcasing the fierce competition in the league.
Earlier in the current 2023/24 campaign, City achieved an astonishing 7-0 victory over Spurs, with Shaw netting her second hat-trick against the North London side, demonstrating her knack for finding the net consistently against them.
Following halftime, contributions came from Lauren Hemp, Roord, and Laura Coombs, who collectively added to the scoreline, further solidifying City’s dominance.
A month later, Shaw added to her accolades by scoring her fourth WSL hat-trick against Everton, where she showcased her clinical finishing, netting the first two goals in the first half and sealing her hat-trick just after the hour mark.
Fast forward to her most recent outing, Shaw once again proved her worth by scoring her most recent hat-trick against Spurs and leading City to their emphatic 4-0 victory. She wasted no time to break the deadlock, finding the net just one minute into the match.
Shaw continued her scoring spree with a second goal just 15 minutes later, and then capped off her hat-trick in the second half. Roord, who is enjoying a resurgent season following her recovery from an ACL injury, also contributed with a goal after the break, sealing the triumph for City.
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**Interview with Khadija Shaw: The Hat-Trick Queen of WSL**
**Editor**: Khadija, congratulations on your stunning performance against Tottenham! Scoring a hat-trick in such a commanding 4-0 victory must feel incredible. How are you feeling right now?
**Khadija Shaw**: Thank you so much! I’m still on cloud nine, to be honest. Scoring three goals in a match is always a special feeling, especially in a game against a rival team like Tottenham. It was a complete team effort, and I’m just glad I could contribute in such a meaningful way.
**Editor**: Absolutely! This hat-trick also places you at the top of the leaderboard for the most hat-tricks in WSL history. How does it feel to surpass your teammate Vivianne Miedema in that category?
**Khadija Shaw**: It’s a huge honor! Vivianne is an amazing player and a fantastic teammate. I always focus on what I can do to help the team, and while the personal accolades are nice, the most important thing is that we’re winning games and playing well as a unit.
**Editor**: Speaking of winning, your team has been dominating the league so far this season. How important is it for you and the squad to maintain that top position?
**Khadija Shaw**: It’s incredibly important. We set high standards for ourselves, and being top of the league after seven games is a great position to be in. We have to keep working hard, staying focused, and not getting complacent. Every match counts when it comes to the title race.
**Editor**: With six hat-tricks now under your belt in WSL history, it seems like you have a particular fondness for scoring against Tottenham. Is there something about that match-up that inspires you?
**Khadija Shaw**: (laughs) I guess you could say I have a bit of a rivalry with them! It’s always exciting to play in those high-pressure games, and I feel like I’ve been in the right place at the right time to capitalize on opportunities. But I enjoy every match, and I’m just happy to help my team however I can.
**Editor**: Looking back at your first hat-trick against Brighton, it was quite a journey since then. How have you seen your game evolve since that first spectacular performance?
**Khadija Shaw**: I think I’ve become more confident over time. Each game is a learning experience, and I’ve been able to refine my skills, my positioning, and understanding of how to read the game better. Having strong teammates around me has also played a big part in my development.
**Editor**: As this season progresses, what do you hope to achieve both personally and as a team?
**Khadija Shaw**: As a team, our goal is to win the league—there’s no hiding that. Personally, I just want to continue improving and helping my teammates. If I can contribute goals along the way, that would be a bonus. But the most important thing is the collective success of the team.
**Editor**: With your spirit and determination, you’re certainly making a strong case to be the league’s top scorer again! Thank you, Khadija, for sharing your thoughts, and best of luck in the upcoming matches.
**Khadija Shaw**: Thank you! I really appreciate it, and I look forward to the rest of the season!