James Ridge
James Ridge is a freelance journalist based in the UK. He recently spent time with The United Stand as an online news editor and has covered the beautiful game from England’s eighth tier all the way to the Premier League.
Latest articles by James Ridge

Euro 2024: Why doesn’t Jeremie Frimpong sing the Netherlands national anthem?
By James Ridge published
Fans are guessing as to why Frimpong is seen tight lipped before international games

Quiz! How many questions can you get right in our 'Van or no Van' Netherlands quiz?
By James Ridge published
The Netherlands are one of football's international powerhouses, but how much do you know about them?

Manchester United edging closer to first summer signing: Report
By James Ridge published
Reports suggest Manchester United are moving forward with their first signing of the Ineos era

Todd Boehly's Chelsea: A timeline of chaos
By James Ridge published
Chelsea haven't left the headlines since Boehly took charge

Declan Rice leaps to team mate's defence amid Euro 2024 criticism
By James Ridge published
Declan Rice has offered support to his under-fire compatriot

Line-up quiz! Can you name the Spain line-up from the Euro 2012 final against Italy?
By James Ridge published
Our latest quiz takes you back to 2012 when Spain were the undisputed dominant force in international football

Newcastle star set to stay as clock ticks on release clause expiry: Report
By James Ridge published
Newcastle's prized asset looks set to stay at St. James' Park beyond the summer

Quiz! Can you name every player to score at Euro 2020?
By James Ridge published
Euro 2020 saw a record number of goals scored, but how many can you remember?

Quiz! Can you name Scotland's top 40 appearance holders since 2000?
By James Ridge published
We're looking for the players with the most Scotland caps since 2000

Euro 2024: Who is Kylian Mbappe's girlfriend?
By James Ridge published
So who is Kylian Mbappe's girlfriend? The Real Madrid star is set to be the player to watch at the tournament

Manchester United accelerating defender chase despite Branthwaite agreement: report
By James Ridge published
Manchester United are set to face competition from Europe's biggest clubs

'I've had enough!': Ronaldinho explains why he won't watch Brazil at Copa America 2024
By James Ridge published
Brazil legend Ronaldinho says he won't watch his national team at the Copa America

Arsenal exits loom as three BIG players leaving in coming weeks: report
By James Ridge published
Arsenal look set to kick start their summer clear-out

Ollie Watkins reveals secrets behind England's Euro 2024 preparation
By James Ridge published
England start their Euro 2024 campaign against Serbia on Sunday

Manchester City set to leapfrog Real Madrid in wonderkid chase: report
By James Ridge published
Manchester City could be set to add another young talent to their ranks

Kevin Campbell: Everton and Arsenal hero passes away aged 54
By James Ridge published
The Everton, Arsenal and England hero suffered a short battle with illness

Quiz! Can you name the European Championship's top scorers since 2000?
By James Ridge published
We're looking for the most prolific forwards in Europe this century

Michael Olise latest with clubs circling as Crystal Palace exit looms
By James Ridge published
Michael Olise is one of the most heavily pursued players in Europe this summer.

Simming Euro 2024 on Football Manager offers unlikely England hope
By James Ridge published
Euro 2024 has been simulated on Football Manager, and it looks like this summer might not be so bad after all...

Gary Neville 'Scotland fans are great, but the football doesn't match'
By James Ridge published
Scotland face off against Germany in the Euro 2024 curtain-raiser

Why the Euro 2024 Opening Ceremony will have NO performers
By James Ridge published
Euro 2024 kicks off this evening in Munich and the opening ceremony will have a different tone than usual

Wayne Rooney laments the death of the 'number nine' in modern game rant
By James Ridge published
Rooney believes the new era of football could see the end of traditional forwards

West Ham United target four times Premier League winner in ambitious swoop: report
By James Ridge published
West Ham have earmarked a marquee signing to kickstart the Julen Lopetegui era
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