Latest articles by Ryan Dabbs
‘When Ruud van Nistelrooy missed his late penalty, I showed how I felt. You can say it’s not sporting, but I didn’t hit anyone, unlike Cantona. I have no regrets about it’: Ex-Arsenal defender Martin Keown discusses infamous 2003 moment at Old Trafford
Arsenal maintained their unbeaten start when Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy missed a last-minute penalty, with Martin Keown celebrating quite vociferously
‘Milan didn’t collapse against Liverpool in Istanbul. We lost focus for six minutes – for the other 114, we played an extraordinary, beautiful game’: AC legend claims they were 'extraordinary' against Reds in 2005 Champions League final
AC Milan bottled a three-goal lead against Liverpool in the 2005 Champions League, but one of their players has rubbished ideas of a collapse
‘Charlton could have qualified for Europe, but selling Scott Parker to Chelsea made the difference. The manager didn’t want him to go and there was a disagreement’: Former Addicks star highlights key reason why they failed to maintain 2003/04 form
Charlton were on course for qualifying for Europe in 2003/04, until losing Scott Parker to Chelsea
‘Amorim’s starting point is completely different to Arne Slot’s. How long will it take? F**king hell, god knows. He must be very convinced about himself’: Ex-Manchester United coach highlights how much time is needed to turn things around
Manchester United are under new management once again, with a former first team coach suggesting just how confident Ruben Amorim was to take the job
‘I spoke to the other Chelsea guys at the time – everyone thought we came to Saudi just for vacation, but we’re here to work for the club. There’s pressure’: Former Blues star discusses swapping the Premier League for Al Hilal
Chelsea lost three players to the Saudi Pro League in 2023, and the trio are attempting to improve the standards even more in the Middle East
‘People said I was unsporting in the 1984 European Cup Final – my logic was if an international player can’t hit the target from 12 yards, it’s not my fault’: Liverpool hero Bruce Grobbelaar justifies penalty tactics against Roma
Liverpool goalkeeper Bruce Grobbelaar tried everything in his power to put off the Roma penalty takers in 1984 during the European Cup final
‘I had it in my contract when I joined Barcelona from Spurs that I’d wear the No.8 shirt – Bernd Schuster said no, so I took Diego Maradona’s No.10 instead’: Scotland hero recalls replacing Argentinian legend at Barca in 1984
Steve Archibald had the unenviable task of replacing Diego Maradona at Barcelona when arriving from Tottenham
‘I said yes to Manchester United, even though it was tough to understand everything that Sir Alex Ferguson was saying, but Borussia Dortmund said no’: Robert Lewandowski reveals failed Old Trafford move a decade ago
Robert Lewandowski and Manchester United wanted to conclude a deal a decade ago, but Borussia Dortmund stopped a move from happening
‘To go from League Two to scoring that goal for England in 10 years, you don’t get that without riding the wave perfectly. He’s optimised every opportunity’: Ollie Watkins' rise from Exeter City to England heroics relied on one crucial change
Ollie Watkins enjoyed a superstar 2023/24, with his old Exeter City manager Paul Tisdale highlighting just how it all happened
‘I was planning to fly to Blackburn to see how the club looked, but couldn’t because of the volcano. Dortmund were in pole position to sign me, though’: Robert Lewandowski reveals why Premier League move fell through in 2010
Robert Lewandowski was touted for a move to Blackburn in 2010 - but just how close did he actually come to signing?
“I signed for Manchester United, then faced Newport on the Tuesday. I scored two, made two and thought, ‘I won’t be playing on pitches like this next season’”: Former Red Devils hero reflects on record-breaking transfer
Manchester United made a record-breaking signing in 1988, but the player had to wait a couple of months before finalising the switch
‘I was annoyed when Zlatan broke my record as Serie A’s oldest goalscorer – I wanted to remain in Milan’s history and he took that from me’: Italy legend bitter about Ibrahimovic scoring aged 41 and five months
Zlatan Ibrahimovic annoyed an AC Milan legend after he broke the oldest goalscoring record
'Tom Cruise walked in and all of my sisters, nieces and nephews were there – he said, "I thought you said just a photo with mum, not the whole family!"': Chelsea legend recalls encounter with Hollywood actor at 2024 Olympics
Tom Cruise had an unexpected encounter with a Chelsea legend at the 2024 Olympics
‘Leaving Liverpool wasn’t easy – I was very comfortable and had three years remaining on my deal, so I didn’t need to go. But I’m happy with my decision’: Former Reds midfielder opens up on swapping Anfield for Saudi Arabia
Liverpool saw three key players depart Anfield in favour of Saudi Arabia in the summer of 2023, but there's been no regrets for one of the trio
‘I’m still annoyed about Giggs’ famous FA Cup winner. I allowed myself to be distracted by Yorke’s clever run – without it, Giggs wouldn’t have got past me’: Arsenal defender reflects on 1999 semi-final defeat to Manchester United
Arsenal failed to stop Ryan Giggs in the 1999 FA Cup semi-final, which still irks one of their former defenders
Manchester City make ‘contact’ over new centre-back signing this month: report
Manchester City returned to winning ways against Leicester City but questions are still being asked over their defence
Manchester United looking at AMBITIOUS swap deal for out-of-favour Marcus Rashford: report
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is keen to let Marcus Rashford leave this January
Premier League supercomputer predicts shock final standings, with multiple sides experiencing record-breaking seasons
The Premier League has been predicted by a supercomputer, which has thrown up some surprise final standings
Manchester City eyeing move for former player Pep Guardiola was 'sad and disappointed' to let go: report
Manchester City are looking to bring a former player back to the club in a statement January signing
Manchester United to lose £900m deal in 'worst-case scenario': report
Manchester United are at risk of losing some invaluable investment, if results continue to go against them...
'The referee bottled it. He bottled it because Alex Ferguson was the manager': Martin O'Neill reflects on key moment in 2010 League Cup final
Martin O'Neill looks back at when Aston Villa faced Manchester United in the 2010 League Cup final
Liverpool want to SELL key striker as Arne Slot plans bold reshuffle: report
Liverpool are looking to capitalise on their strong position in the Premier League
'It could have been 7, 8, 9...' Jose Mourinho picks the perfect match from his managerial career, which came in a dominant performance against one of his former sides
Jose Mourinho has managed well over 1,000 games in his career - but he's managed to narrow down his favourites
