The final season at White Hart Lane was a historic farewell for Tottenham Hotspur
In short: During their 2016–17 campaign, Tottenham Hotspur achieved their highest Premier League finish to date. Beyond the league success, the club turned their historic home ground into an impenetrable fortress, remaining undefeated at White Hart Lane across every competition before the stadium was demolished to facilitate the construction of a new venue.
The 2016–17 season marked a significant milestone for Tottenham Hotspur, representing their 25th year in the Premier League and their 39th consecutive season in the top tier of English football. Spanning from 1 July 2016 to 30 June 2017, the club balanced a demanding schedule that included domestic cup competitions and European tournament appearances. Ultimately, the team secured second place in the league table, finishing seven points adrift of the title winners, Chelsea.
Statistically, the squad demonstrated exceptional balance throughout the year. They boasted both the most potent attack and the most resilient defence in the league, netting 86 goals while allowing only 26, resulting in a superior goal difference of +60. This performance solidified their status as a dominant force in the division, marking their most successful league finish since the inception of the Premier League.
The season was defined by a poignant farewell to White Hart Lane. The team remained unbeaten at the stadium in all competitions, a feat not achieved in a league campaign since 1964–65. Furthermore, they concluded their tenure at the ground by winning their final fourteen home league matches, matching a club record previously established across the 1986–87 and 1987–88 seasons. While domestic fixtures were held at White Hart Lane, European matches were hosted at Wembley Stadium.
The club's activities extended beyond competitive fixtures, with participation in the 2016 International Champions Cup in Australia and a friendly against Inter Milan in Norway. The season officially concluded on 8 May 2017, following an exhibition match against Kitchee SC in Hong Kong. This period of transition served as a final tribute to the club's long-standing home before the site was cleared for future development.
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