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
Players who appeared in three or more World Cups
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some footballers from the men's game who famously featured in three or more World Cups...
Arsenal targeting top LaLiga pair in statement summer moves: report
By Ben Hayward published
Arsenal are reportedly targeting two top talents from LaLiga as the Gunners continue to strengthen their squad under Mikel Arteta
Famous teams that play in red
By Ben Hayward published
BEST IN RED From clubs to national sides, a look at some of the most famous teams that play in red...
Harry Kane was Real Madrid target, but move was blocked by key person ahead of Bayern Munich transfer: report
By Ben Hayward published
Harry Kane was reportedly a transfer target for Real Madrid prior to his move from Tottenham to Bayern Munich last summer
Quiz! Can you name the top 15 appearance-makers in Champions League semi-finals?
By Ben Hayward published
Quiz! The Champions League semi-finals are almost here once again – but can you name the top 15 appearance-makers in the last four?
Roy Keane predicts Premier League winner after Arsenal & Manchester City wins
By Ben Hayward published
Roy Keane has given his verdict on the Premier League title race after watching Arsenal and Manchester City win on Sunday
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou wants his Spurs players to be like one star in Arsenal defeat
By Ben Hayward published
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has called for his Spurs players to be more like one of their team-mates following the loss to Arsenal
Quiz! Can you name every single La Liga champion ever?
By Ben Hayward published
Quiz! La Liga started in 1929 – can you name every winner since?
Manchester United star to leave in ‘sensational deal’, ahead of rebuild: report
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester United are set to make big changes under Sir Jim Ratcliffe, with one player tipped to leave in a "sensational deal"
Tottenham report: Expert tips Spurs to make surprise signing this summer
By Ben Hayward published
Tottenham have been tipped to make a surprise signing this summer as the Lilywhites look to strengthen their midfield
Atletico Madrid vs Athletic Club stopped after racial abuse aimed at Nico Williams
By Ben Hayward published
Atletico Madrid's LaLiga clash at home to Athletic Club on Saturday was stopped after "monkey noises" were aimed at Nico Williams
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag told he's 'not fooling anyone' with 'propaganda' after Burnley draw
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been told he is "not fooling anyone" after he tried to put a positive spìn on Saturday's draw against Burnley
Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool? Egyptian backed for exit after Jurgen Klopp bust-up
By Ben Hayward published
Mohamed Salah has been backed to leave Liverpool this summer after Saturday's touchline bust-up with Reds manager Jurgen Klopp
Manchester United ‘confident’ of landing Premier League star as first signing under Sir Jim Ratcliffe: report
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester United are reportedly 'confident' of landing an established Premier League star who is also interesting Tottenham
Manchester City chief’s exit date revealed: report
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester City are set for some structural changes in the near future as one key member of staff prepares to depart
Harry Kane sets special new mark with double for Bayern Munich in Bundesliga
By Ben Hayward published
Harry Kane scored twice for Bayern Munich against Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga on Saturday to set a new mark
'If I speak there will be fire' – Mohamed Salah and Jurgen Klopp clash as Liverpool title hopes fade with draw at West Ham
By Ben Hayward published
Mohamed Salah and Jurgen Klopp clashed on the touchline during Liverpool's 2-2 draw at West Ham in Premier League on Saturday
Players known by their first name
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some famous footballers in the men's game known by just their first name...
Clubs with prolific youth academies
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some of the best youth academies in world football...
Players who stayed after relegation
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some high-profile players who stayed after relegation and turned out for their club in the second tier...
Quiz! Can you name every club to win one of Europe’s top five leagues since 1992?
By Ben Hayward published
How many champions can you remember from the last three decades in Europe's top five leagues?
Jude Bellingham emulates Cristiano Ronaldo with winner for Real Madrid after Barcelona are controversially denied El Clasico goal
By Ben Hayward published
Jude Bellingham scored a second El Clasico winner for Real Madrid as Barcelona were controversially at the Santiago Bernabeu
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