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

‘There was a lot of noise about Liverpool. West Ham also came in for me when Redknapp left. I felt I needed more experience before taking on a bigger club’: Ex-Premier League boss reveals turning down opportunities to manage high-profile clubs
By Ryan Dabbs published
West Ham were rejected by a Premier League boss in 2001, who didn't want to relinquish control at their current side

‘I’ve never known whether to laugh or cry when it comes to Jose Mourinho’s antics, but I miss him. The Premier League’s loss is Turkey’s gain, without a doubt’: Graeme Souness would still like to see Mourinho managing in England
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Jose Mourinho has been described as 'box-office' by Graeme Souness, who would still like the Portuguese manager in the Premier League

‘People thought I got dropped for missing a penalty, but I was just injured. Leighton Baines let me take it because my confidence was sky-high’: Ex-Everton forward clarifies what really happened after controversial moment
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Everton saw a controversial moment arise a decade ago, involving Leighton Baines and a missed penalty kick...

‘Eddie Howe instilled confidence in me. He’s an awesome boss to work with and I think a lot of players say that. He’s bright with a smart footballing brain’: Ex-Newcastle United star speaks glowingly about Magpies manager
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Eddie Howe has been brilliant since taking over at Newcastle United, and one of his former players has highlighted the confidence he provides his squad

‘My heroes as a kid? Baggio, Shearer, but the real one was Henry. I watched not only how he scored, but how he ran – his technique and his movement’: Barcelona star idolised Arsenal man as a youngster
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Barcelona have had their fair share of legends over the years, but one current star has picked players from elsewhere when naming their heroes

'I won that dentist’s chair challenge in Hong Kong before Euro 96 - that might be my biggest claim to fame’: England international opens up on infamous night out in Asia
By Ryan Dabbs published
England players were left red-faced after alcohol-induced escapades in Hong Kong prior to Euro 96, but one squad member now claims to have won

Marcus Rashford sees move to Barcelona ruined by former Manchester City defender: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Marcus Rashford faces a battle to leave Manchester United this January

'Eric Cantona was hopeless - or I was too good': Manchester United legend reveals Frenchman's inability to play a certain game
By Ryan Dabbs published
Eric Cantona wasn't particularly good at playing one of his Manchester United team-mates

Chelsea to bolster midfield with Premier League proven star, in first January signing: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Chelsea are set to finally enter the transfer market, with a high-profile signing lined up

Manchester United make shock last-minute attempt for Alejandro Garnacho replacement: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United attempted to hijack a Premier League deal as Alejandro Garnacho is set to leave Old Trafford

'I don’t know why the Ballon d'Or was cancelled. Maybe some years later I’ll understand what the reason was. For now, I don’t have the answer': Robert Lewandowski reflects on missing out on prestigious award in 2020
By Ryan Dabbs published
Robert Lewandowski still doesn't quite understand why he was denied the opportunity to win the Ballon d'Or in 2020

Liverpool star issues 'I'm not leaving' statement after being linked with move away from Anfield
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool will keep hold of one of their players, despite reports linking them with a move away

Real Madrid pick Carlo Ancelotti's successor, with Italian to leave Bernabeu: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Real Madrid are set to replace the departing Carlo Ancelotti with a top-rated coach at the end of the season

Manchester United make enquiry for THREE Premier League stars, as Ruben Amorim looks to overhaul squad: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United are still yet to make a signing in the January transfer window

'If Trent Alexander-Arnold does what he does defensively at Real Madrid, they will kill him': Premier League legend gives verdict on future of Liverpool star
By Ryan Dabbs published
Trent Alexander-Arnold looks set to join Real Madrid in the summer, but one former Premier League star believes it's a move fraught with danger

'There's interest from Neymar - we don't have to worry about the financial side. He pays for himself': Neymar set for January transfer, but he won't cost anything
By Ryan Dabbs published
Neymar is set to leave Al-Hilal on loan in the winter window, but his proposed move is reportedly easy to complete financially

'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
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