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
Footballers banned for drug use
By Ben Hayward published
Here we look at the footballers banned for failing drugs tests...
Manchester United report: Erik ten Hag wants Barcelona star as first Sir Jim Ratcliffe signing in 'dream' move - if he stays
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has reportedly set his sights on a Barcelona star for Sir Jim Ratcliffe's first signing this summer
Chelsea report: Four exits confirmed by ‘insider’ ahead of another massive summer
By Ben Hayward published
Chelsea are in for another big summer of transfer activity, with four players already tipped to be leaving the west London club
Manchester City secured US teenager transfer, in deal that could make them huge in America: report
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester City have tied up a transfer for a young USA talent which could see their fanbase take off in North America
Tottenham handed bargain signing opportunity, with player keen for Premier League move: report
By Ben Hayward published
Tottenham have reportedly been handed a bargain transfer opportunity, with player seemingly keen on Premier League move
Liverpool incoming manager opens up on when deal to replace Jurgen Klopp will be confirmed
By Ben Hayward published
Liverpool's incoming manager has been talking about when he expects to be confirmed as a replacement for Jurgen Klopp at Anfield
Best and worst Panenka penalties
By Ben Hayward published
Chip and hope! From the worst to the best, a look at some of the most famous Panenka penalties over the years...
Famous teams that play in white
By Ben Hayward published
All white! From famous clubs to top national sides, a look at some of the most notable teams that play in white...
Lionel Messi leads tributes as Argentina legend Cesar Luis Menotti dies at 85
By Ben Hayward published
Lionel Messi has led the tributes to Argentina's 1978 World Cup-winning coach Cesar Luis Menotti, who has died at age 85
Chelsea in 'daily talks' to sign 'next Messi' amid Arsenal & Barcelona interest: report
By Ben Hayward published
Chelsea are reportedly holding daily talks to sign a Brazilian sensation dubbed the "next Messi", with Arsenal and Barcelona also interested
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou reacts after Cristian Romero and Emerson Royal clash vs Liverpool
By Ben Hayward published
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has given his take on a clash between two of his defenders in Sunday's loss at Liverpool
Manchester United could be about to sign Barcelona superstar, following bombshell Xavi comments: report
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester United are reportedly on alert as one of Barcelona's exciting players could leave the Catalan club this summer
Liverpool defender seeking surprise exit, ahead of Arne Slot arriving: report
By Ben Hayward published
Liverpool could lose a key defender this summer ahead of Arne Slot's expected arrival as a replacement for Jurgen Klopp
Tottenham looking to snare Turkish wonderkid, ahead of bitter rivals: report
By Ben Hayward published
Tottenham are reportedly looking to beat their fierce rivals to the signing of a Turkish wonderkid in a statement transfer this summer
Manchester United tipped for shock manager swap, as Sir Jim Ratcliffe revolution continues: report
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester United have been tipped for a shock switch of managers this summer as Sir Jim Ratcliffe makes changes at Old Trafford
Arsenal’s top summer target revealed to be Premier League hitman: report
By Ben Hayward published
Arsenal's top transfer target for the summer window is reportedly a striker already playing his football in the Premier League
Manchester United report: Bruno Fernandes ‘doesn’t believe’ in Sir Jim Ratcliffe and could force an exit
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes is reportedly having doubts about Sir Jim Ratcliffe's project at Old Trafford
Players who scored memorable overhead kicks
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some of the players known for scoring memorable overhead kicks during their careers...
Quiz! Can you name every club David Beckham scored against for Manchester United?
By Ben Hayward published
Quiz! Happy birthday, Becks! Can you recall the teams on the receiving end of his brilliance in a Red Devils top?
Footballers who made music
By Ben Hayward published
From goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and strikers to DJs, drummers, guitarists and rappers, a look at the footballers who turned their hands to making music...
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