Ryan Dabbs
Ryan is a staff writer for FourFourTwo, joining the team full-time in October 2022. He first joined Future in December 2020, working across FourFourTwo, Golf Monthly, Rugby World and Advnture's websites, before eventually earning himself a position with FourFourTwo permanently. After graduating from Cardiff University with a degree in Journalism and Communications, Ryan earned a NCTJ qualification to further develop as a writer while a Trainee News Writer at Future.
Latest articles by Ryan Dabbs

'I was in a position to win the Ballon d'Or at PSG, but injuries made it difficult - that's hindered my chances': Neymar explains why he missed out on winning prestigious individual award
By Ryan Dabbs published
Neymar missed 136 games through injury in six seasons at PSG

‘Scoring five goals in nine minutes is an epic thing. Someone cleared another chance off the line and I was a bit angry afterwards – I could have had six!’: Robert Lewandowski bemoans failing to hit double hat-trick while at Bayern Munich
By Ryan Dabbs published
Robert Lewandowski broke a world record in 2015 for Bayern Munich, but he still wanted more...

‘Ruben is no miracle-maker. This year will be complicated and fans need to be patient, but he’s a perfectionist. He’s amazing at understanding players’ minds’: Manchester United manager will need time to implement ideas, says Amorim's former player
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United need to accept that this season might hurt with Ruben Amorim, but they'll reap the rewards later

‘Planting that flag at Fenerbahce wasn’t premeditated. It just happened. I had tried to pass it on, but ended up with a place in Turkish footballing folklore’: Graeme Souness recounts infamous act as Galatasaray manager in 1996
By Ryan Dabbs published
Graeme Souness planted a Galatasary flag in the Fenerbahce turf after winning the 1996 Turkish Cup final, and he's now revealed exactly why

‘I didn’t get the same interview for the England job as the other boys, because my meeting clashed with an FA Cup tie. It wasn’t ideal, but what could I do?’: English manager reveals failed opportunity to manage Three Lions in 2006
By Ryan Dabbs published
England held an interview day for managers in 2006 - but one boss had to take charge of his own team instead of attend

‘I definitely questioned my sexuality when David Ginola joined Newcastle. He was gorgeous. He could have worn a black bin liner and looked stunning’: Former Magpies defender recounts first meeting dazzling Frenchman in 1995
By Ryan Dabbs published
Newcastle United didn't just get an extraordinary talent when signing David Ginola in 1995 - they also got someone utterly beautiful

Is West Ham vs Crystal Palace on TV? Live streams, channels, and how to watch from anywhere
By Ryan Dabbs published
Two points separate the London sides in the Premier League – here's all the information on how to watch West Ham vs Crystal Palace online, on TV, and from anywhere.

Is Leicester vs Fulham on TV? Live streams and how to watch the Premier League match online
By Ryan Dabbs published
It's a key Premier League match for the relegation-threatened Foxes – here's all the information on how to watch Leicester vs Fulham online and on TV.

'I didn’t leave Barcelona to be the best in the world at PSG. Messi asked, "Why are you leaving?" I told him it's something personal': Neymar reveals why he made record-breaking 2017 transfer
By Ryan Dabbs published
Neymar argues that he didn't move to PSG solely to become the best player in the world

'I spent the first six months at Barca with butterflies in my stomach. I was like… f*ck, I’m doing everything all wrong - I cried at half-time thinking, "What am I doing?"': Neymar reveals difficult start to life in Spain, with Lionel Messi helping him
By Ryan Dabbs published
Neymar has opened up on how initially moving to Barcelona in 2013 made him lose all confidence

‘Moyes gave me a lot of confidence at Everton. He was strict and more direct, but I liked that. We could argue one day, then the next day everything was fine’: Ex-Toffees star reveals how Scottish manager operated during first spell at Goodison Park
By Ryan Dabbs published
David Moyes is back for his second spell as manager at Everton

Liverpool 'not happy' with expensive underperforming star, who has failed to adapt to Arne Slot's 'slower' style
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool are struggling in one key area, with an expensive player having underwhelmed under Arne Slot

Tottenham to revive attacking star's career with January deal following North London derby defeat: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Tottenham are looking to get over their defeat to Arsenal with the signing of an attacker

Chelsea transfer decision leaves Premier League rivals weaker, as manager fires subtle dig at the Blues
By Ryan Dabbs published
Chelsea have taken the decision to activate a clause in one of their loan players' contract

Marcus Rashford set for reunion with former Manchester United team-mate, following key transfer decision: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Marcus Rashford is destined to leave Manchester United this window, and his destination might finally be clear

'Nottingham Forest won't qualify for Champions League - Manchester City will come back': Ex-Premier League star makes strong prediction for final table
By Ryan Dabbs published
The Premier League race for the Champions League is hotting up, with Nottingham Forest keeping some strong sides behind them - for now

'They’re idiots, well done Pep': Roy Keane praises Manchester City manager for dealing with 'absolute nuisance'
By Ryan Dabbs published
Roy Keane loved something that Pep Guardiola did off the pitch...

Manchester United reignite interest in £40m star, but it could mean replacing FA Cup hero: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United are looking to re-enter the market for a player they have previously held an interest in

Arsenal target Martin Zubimendi 'tired of the rumours' - with summer move undecided: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal were said to have won the race for Martin Zubimendi, but he's not happy with the rumours

Arsenal decide against forward signings this January, even after being offered highly-rated stars: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal aren't any closer to fixing their attacking issues this season, and they've now turned down the chance to make two forward signings

Vinicius Jr mega transfer is just 'a matter of time', with Real Madrid man catching attention away from Spain
By Ryan Dabbs published
Vinicius Jr might be about to stun the world with a transfer away from Real Madrid

Why Lionel Messi WON'T return to Barcelona on loan, despite being linked with winter move
By Ryan Dabbs published
Lionel Messi is being linked with a loan move to Barcelona, but there are a number of reasons why it simply won't happen

'I was rooming with David Moyes and said to Moyesy, "Don’t open that door until I’m out of the bedroom". I remember running out and heading for safety': Ally McCoist recalls mischievous story from playing with Everton manager in Scotland's youth team
By Ryan Dabbs published
Ally McCoist and David Moyes came through the Scotland youth ranks together, naturally getting up to no good due to one players' mischief...

'It’s nice that I’ve done well, but there’s a lot more that I would like to achieve': Nottingham Forest star Chris Wood sets lofty targets for remainder of season
By Ryan Dabbs published
Nottingham Forest are challenging for the Champions League places at the moment - but is Chris Wood looking even higher?
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