Ben Hayward
Ben Hayward is a European football writer and Tottenham Hotspur fan with over 15 years’ experience, he has covered games all over the world - including three World Cups, several Champions League finals, Euros, Copa America - and has spent much of that time in Spain. Ben speaks English and Spanish, currently dividing his time between Barcelona and London, covering all the big talking points of the weekend on FFT: he’s also written several list features and interviewed Guglielmo Vicario for the magazine.
Latest articles by Ben Hayward
Best Sir Alex Ferguson quotes
By Ben Hayward published
He said what? From baiting Liverpool and Manchester City to digs at rival managers and some unusual thoughts on his own players, a look at some of Sir Alex Ferguson's most memorable quotes...
Players who had a signature move
By Ben Hayward published
What a move! From the Cruyff turn to Panenka's penalty, a look at the footballers known for a signature move...
Best Johan Cruyff quotes
By Ben Hayward published
Johan Cruyff is perhaps the most influential figure in football history. Here, a look at some of his most memorable quotes...
Managers who didn't play football at the highest level
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some high-profile football managers who didn't play the game at the highest level, but still worked their way to the top as coaches...
The best Argentina midfielders ever
By Ben Hayward published
Some of the finest footballers in history have hailed from Argentina. Here, a look at the nation's best-ever midfielders...
English managers who coached abroad
By Ben Hayward published
Brits abroad From La Liga to Serie A and further afield, a look at some English managers who tried their luck at coaching abroad...
Best Italian managers
By Ben Hayward published
Great Italian bosses Many of the most influential managers in football history have hailed from Italy. Here, a look at the best-ever Italian coaches...
Greatest comebacks in football history
By Ben Hayward published
Great Comebacks From World Cup classics to epic Champions League turnarounds, a look at the greatest comebacks in football history...
Footballers who played in China
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some of the most high-profile foreign footballers who have had spells in the Chinese Super League...
Clubs that used temporary stadiums
By Ben Hayward published
Waiting for a new stadium or left without a home at all, a look at some clubs that played away from their usual grounds...
Foreign footballers in Saudi Arabia
By Ben Hayward published
Before and since the Pro League's huge investment increase in 2023, a look at the most famous foreign footballers who have played in Saudi Arabia...
Best anniversary kits
By Ben Hayward published
Special edition shirts have grown in popularity over the years. Here, a look at some of the best anniversary football kits...
Tottenham's best homegrown players
By Ben Hayward published
From legends of the Lane from the 1950s and 1960s to more modern-day greats, a look at Tottenham's best-ever academy players...
Chelsea's best homegrown players
By Ben Hayward published
From Blues legends to stars who shone away from the Bridge, a look at the greatest academy players to emerge at Chelsea...
Arsenal's best homegrown players
By Ben Hayward published
Top Gunners From heroes of yesteryear to modern-day greats, a look at the greatest players to have come through the youth ranks at Arsenal...
Footballers who played in Australia
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some of the most high-profile footballers from the men's game who played in Australia...
The best Mexican players ever
By Ben Hayward published
From legendary figures to more modern-day heroes, a look at some of the best men's players in the history of Mexican football...
Footballers who suffered ridiculous injuries
By Ben Hayward published
From salad cream to sunbeds and a peeing puppy to a wild moose, a look at some of football's most ridiculous injuries...
Best defensive midfielders ever
By Ben Hayward published
From old-fashioned enforcers to more modern-day deep-lying playmakers, a look at the best defensive midfielders of all time...
Best player presentations after big transfers
By Ben Hayward published
The big reveal Football fans love a big transfer and there have been some special player presentations over the years. A look at some of the best...
Footballers who broke records as youngsters
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some of the youngest players to make their mark and break records across the football world...
Nations which won continental championships
By Ben Hayward published
After the World Cup, continental competitions offer the biggest prizes in international football. Here, a look at some of the most notable winners...
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