Tottenham Hotspur Squad 2008-2009

Overview

The Tottenham Hotspur squad for the 2008-2009 season consisted of a mix of experienced players and promising youngsters. The team was led by manager Harry Redknapp, who had taken over the reins in October 2008.

Key Players

Some of the key players in the Spurs squad included:

• Goalkeeper Heurelho Gomes
• Defender Ledley King
• Midfielder Luka Modric
• Striker Dimitar Berbatov

Berbatov was the team's leading scorer in the 2008-2009 season, with 23 goals in all competitions. Modric was also a key player, providing creativity and assists from midfield.

Season Performance

Tottenham had a successful season in 2008-2009, finishing 8th in the Premier League and reaching the final of the League Cup. They also competed in the UEFA Cup, but were eliminated in the round of 16 by Shakhtar Donetsk.

The team's performance in the Premier League was inconsistent, but they were able to secure some impressive victories, including a 2-1 win over Manchester United and a 4-0 win over Liverpool.

In the League Cup, Tottenham reached the final, but lost 1-0 to Manchester United. It was a disappointing end to the season, but the team had shown signs of progress under Redknapp.