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
Nigeria boycott fixture, with government called in to rescue team after 'disgraceful behaviour'
By Ryan Dabbs published
Nigeria are refusing to play against Libya in an AFCON qualification match after being abandoned in an airport without food or water
'Alan Sugar said, ‘Ring Alex Ferguson – he knows everyone’. He didn’t know much about him, either. I told Sugar, but he went ahead and hired him anyway': Ex-Tottenham executive on mistake of appointing Christian Gross
By Ryan Dabbs published
Tottenham chairman Alan Sugar tried his best to find out about Christian Gross, but after finding out no one in England knew about him he took the plunge and appointed him the club's new manager in 1997
'Chelsea have done nothing wrong because they have kept within the rules, but they certainly haven’t kept within the spirit of the rules': Football finance expert on issues with PSR
By Ryan Dabbs published
Chelsea have taken advantage of the Premier League's rules, which aren't 'fit for purpose'
‘Liverpool did the same thing to Arsenal in 2001 that Manchester United did to us at Bayern in 1999 – in two moments, we changed the game in our favour’: German defender recalls dramatic FA Cup final victory at the Millennium Stadium
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool came back from 1-0 down to snatch victory away from Arsenal in the 2001 FA Cup final - in similar fashion to Manchester United from two years before
‘I wanted another Italian at Sheffield Wednesday so that Carbone had a friend. We went to sign Di Canio from Celtic and he didn’t turn up, the bastard!’: Ex-Sheffield Wednesday manager recalls transfer issue with controversial forward
By Ryan Dabbs published
Paolo Di Canio signed for Sheffield Wednesday for £4.2m in 1997 - though the transfer wasn't without its hitches
‘Lifting a trophy would help to be classed as an Arsenal great, but he can’t do much more than he’s doing already. He deserves to be a league winner’: Gunners legend sets clear target for Bukayo Saka
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal need to win either a Premier League title or Champions League before Bukayo Saka can cement his status at the club
'When you realise how much of the recruitment has been data-driven, you think, "Actually, this is an interesting experiment". It’s high risk, high reward': Chelsea transfer policy intriguing former Stamford Bridge star
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Chelsea are moving in a clear direction with their transfers, according to one former player
‘Roy Keane came to see me doing stand-up – his daughter told my daughter that I must be funny, because her dad doesn’t usually laugh at anything’: Manchester United comedian recalls encounter with club legend
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United legend Roy Keane is actually capable of laughter, as one comedian found out to great effect...
'He's a monster; everything about him is character': Premier League legend claims Arsenal made big mistake in selling 'perfect' player
By Ryan Dabbs published
The Premier League has been described as lacking character, with Arsenal missing a trick on selling one big proponent
Arsenal to return to Serie A in January transfer window, with Jorginho replacement lined up: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal are looking to sign a new midfielder, as Jorginho's game time becomes limited
Why are England players wearing black armbands against Greece?
By Ryan Dabbs published
England and Greece will wear black armbands for their Nations League game on Thursday night
Liverpool to tie key player down to long-term contract - with more talks ongoing: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool are on the cusp of agreeing terms with one first team star
Arsenal might be losing William Saliba for FREE - and there’s nothing they can do about it
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal have one of the best defenders in the world right now - but William Saliba has all the power over his future
Manchester City suffer blow in search for Kevin De Bruyne replacement: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester City will have to look at alternative transfer targets, with Kevin De Bruyne seemingly ready to depart
Jamie Carragher makes shock claim about Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag
By Ryan Dabbs published
Jamie Carragher believes that the Manchester United boss has been treated unfairly
Amazon Prime Day 2024: The best soccer deals to take advantage of these Deal Days
By Ryan Dabbs last updated
PRIME DAY Amazon Prime Day is a 48-hour bonanza of mega savings on the best soccer deals available, but there's a limited time so you'll need to act fast
Football Manger 25 will be released in November with a completely revamped engine - upgrade your laptop to handle the drastic change thanks to Amazon Prime Day
By Ryan Dabbs published
With the release of Football Manager 25 just around the corner, getting a new gaming laptop to deal with the Unity engine is of paramount importance
England star open to Manchester United move, following stunning performances
By Ryan Dabbs published
England currently aren't represented by any Manchester United players - but that could change in the future if one squad member moves to the Red Devils
England trio at risk of missing Nations League games against Greece and Finland
By Ryan Dabbs published
England could be without some key players for the next round of internationals
Bayern Munich superstar at risk of leaving for free, after admitting he's 'not focused on future'
By Ryan Dabbs published
Bayern Munich could lose a key member of the first team for free, as their contract expires in less than a year
Ex-Tottenham goalkeeper saves THREE penalties in one match, as part of heroic display
By Ryan Dabbs published
Tottenham Hotspur could have done with some goalkeeping heroics of their own against Brigthon...
‘People always say the Germans never give up, that we’re never beaten. But Manchester United did it to us in 1999 – they were fighting and believing until the end’: Bayern Munich defender reflects on heartbreak of Champions League final
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Bayern Munich went from ecstasy to despair in just minutes during the 1999 Champions League final - and it's largely down to the spirit of Manchester United, according to their opponent
‘Step by step, he’s become one of the best players in his position in England and Europe. He’s exactly the sort of team-mate I’d love in the dressing room’: Former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder has high praise for Premier League star's ability and temperament
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE One leading Premier League star has been singled out for high praise by a former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder
'At Tottenham, I went to Feyenoord to see Robin van Persie. He came on as a sub, shirt out of his shorts, socks rolled down, looking a mess’: How Spurs missed out on signing 144-goal Premier League great
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Tottenham passed up the opportunity to sign Robin van Persie in 2004 when their director of football was left unimpressed by he Dutchman
‘I reckon it was 50-50, Erik ten Hag staying or going. The spine has to be stronger’: Manchester United legend offers verdict on manager situation
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been under massive pressure for months - not just a few weeks - according to one club legend
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