How Micky van de Ven has become Spurs’ most dangerous goal threat

Tottenham Hotspur have made a steady and disciplined start to the season, blending decent defensive structure with bursts of attacking intent. While some of their forward players are still finding consistency in front of goal, it's been the unexpected sources of contribution that have stood out most.

None more so than Micky van de Ven. The Dutch defender has emerged as one of Spurs’ most reliable goal threats, currently sitting as their joint-top scorer in the Premier League and leading the way for Spurs in the Champions League.

With five goals across both competitions already, he’s made a habit of popping up in big moments, whether it’s a header from a corner or a solo dribble from deep.

Let’s take a look at Van de Ven’s standout goals of the season and consider how his attacking influence has become an unexpected but vital part of Tottenham’s play.

 

West Ham

Van de Ven’s first Premier League goal of the season came in a confident 3–0 win over West Ham United, marking a breakthrough moment in front of the away crowd.

With Spurs already in control, it was the third goal that underlined Van de Ven’s growing influence in the final third. After a clever one-two involving Lucas Bergvall, the Dutchman found space and swept the ball into the bottom corner.

The goal summed up his growing comfort in attacking phases, measured movement, sharp decision-making, and a finish any forward would have been proud of.

 

Everton

Van de Ven made a huge impact in Tottenham’s 3–0 away win over Everton, scoring a brace, showing just how dangerous he’s become in the box.

Both goals came from well-worked set-piece routines, where his timing and physical presence gave the hosts no answer.

The first came midway through the first half, when he rose above everyone at the near post to nod in a well-placed delivery. He added a second shortly after the break, losing his marker with ease before thumping another header past Jordan Pickford with authority.

 

Bodo/Glimt

Tottenham found themselves 2–0 down and flat in the opening stages of their Champions League clash with Bodo/Glimt, but it was Van de Ven who reignited belief with a thunderous response.

Charging into the box with purpose, he met a deep delivery and powered a header past the goalkeeper to cut the deficit in half. It was a classic centre-back’s goal, combining strength, timing, and determination, and it shifted the momentum firmly back in Spurs’ favour.

 

Copenhagen

Tottenham were already in full control against F.C. Copenhagen, but it was Micky van de Ven’s third goal in the 4–0 battering that stole the spotlight and sent social media into overdrive.

Picking up the ball just outside his own penalty area, Van de Ven powered forward with astonishing pace and purpose. He glided past multiple defenders in a surging solo run that covered nearly the entire length of the pitch, before striking from the edge of the box that flew past the goalkeeper.

It was a goal of rare quality from any player, let alone a centre-back, and instantly sparked calls for goal-of-the-season honours. A defining moment in an already remarkable campaign.