James Ridge
James Ridge is a freelance journalist based in the UK. He recently spent time with The United Stand as an online news editor and has covered the beautiful game from England’s eighth tier all the way to the Premier League.
Latest articles by James Ridge

How to watch Italy vs Germany: Live streams for Nations League quarter-final
By James Ridge last updated
Germany defend a one-goal lead in the Nations League quarter final – here's how to watch Germany vs Italy online, on TV, and from anywhere on March 23.

How to watch Netherlands vs Spain: Live streams for Nations League quarter-final
By James Ridge last updated
It's an intriguing clash in the Nations League knockout round – here's how to watch Netherlands vs Spain live streams online, on TV, and for free.

Quiz! Can you name every player with over 10 goals for England?
By James Ridge last updated
QUIZ! We're looking for England's most prolific goal scorers of all time

Arsenal report: Stance revealed on shock Ethan Nwaneri Real Madrid move
By James Ridge published
Arsenal starlet Ethan Nwaneri is attracting interest from Real Madrid

'You can find yourself mocked if you don’t conform to the latest trend. As hardened as I am to criticisms, there’s no way I was going to trawl through social media last summer and read abuse' Sir Gareth Southgate opens up on abuse during England spell
By James Ridge published
Former England manager Sir Gareth Southgate guided the team to two European finals and a World Cup semi-final

'We have agreed not to invite Mesut due to his recent actions' Ex Arsenal and Real Madrid star Mesut Ozil banned from former club due to right-wing tattoo
By James Ridge published
Mesut Ozil, formerly of Arsenal, Real Madrid and Fenerbahce, has been disowned due to the tattoo which 'does not represent the club's values'

Manchester United star Rasmus Hojlund given shock exit route: report
By James Ridge published
Manchester United youngster Rasmus Hojlund has come under intense scrutiny in recent months

Quiz! Can you name every Premier League manager's five most-used players?
By James Ridge published
QUIZ! We're after every current Premier League manager's most frequently used players, can you name them?

Line-up quiz! Can you name Liverpool's line-up from the famous 4-3 win over Manchester City?
By James Ridge published
Quiz! Liverpool announced themselves to the world in 2018 with a 4-3 win over Pep Guardiola's side

Is Southampton v Brighton on TV? Live streams and where to watch Saturday's Premier League game
By James Ridge published
The Saints need a win to spark any hope of Premier League survival – here's how to watch Southampton v Brighton online, on TV, and from anywhere on February 22.

Line-up quiz! Can you name Everton's line-up from the 2012 Premier League classic against Manchester United?
By James Ridge published
Quiz! Manchester United's title hopes were dented after a dramatic 4-4 draw with Everton at Old Trafford

How to watch Aston Villa v Chelsea: Live streams, TV details, kick-off time
By James Ridge published
Blues head to Villa Park in the Premier League on February 22 – here are all the details on live streams and TV broadcasts to watch Aston Villa vs Chelsea from anywhere.

Arsenal agree deal for first summer signing following ex-player approval: report
By James Ridge published
Arsenal have agreed their first signing ahead of the summer transfer window after a positive report from an former academy coach

Bayern Munich make final decision on former Erik ten Hag favourite: report
By James Ridge published
Bayern Munich looked set to launch the shock move of the summer after taking an interest in the out-of-favour star

Real Madrid interested in Everton star following upturn in form: report
By James Ridge published
Real Madrid are reportedly eyeing a move for one of Everton's prized assets this summer

Wayne Rooney lands new role just months after Plymouth sacking
By James Ridge published
Wayne Rooney has accepted a fresh challenge following his latest managerial setback

How to watch West Ham United vs Brentford: Live streams, TV channels
By James Ridge published
All the details on where to watch West Ham vs Brentford online, on TV and from anywhere, as the two London sides meet in the Premier League on Saturday.

Is Southampton vs Bournemouth on TV? How to watch live streams for Premier League local derby
By James Ridge published
All the information on how to watch Southampton vs Bournemouth online and on TV, as the struggling Saints host Andoni Iraola's high-flying side in Premier League.

How to watch Aston Villa vs Ipswich: Live streams and TV details for Saturday's Premier League game
By James Ridge published
How to watch Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town online and on TV from anywhere, as Villa look to continue their fine form against Ipswich in the Premier League on Saturday.

Where to watch Fulham vs Nottingham Forest: Live streams, TV broadcasts for Premier League clash
By James Ridge published
All the information on how to watch Fulham vs Nottingham Forest, as Fulham look to halt the momentum of a high-flying Forest side in the Premier League on Saturday.

Liverpool open to shock sale of player who is the best in the world in his position: report
By James Ridge published
Liverpool look set to part with one of their greatest-ever players

'The reality is, although it's Manchester United in name, the Man United that we grew up with and I played against right throughout my career and were giants, is gone': Frosty prediction mad amid Manchester United struggles
By James Ridge published
Manchester United look a long way from their best in recent years after struggles on and off the pitch

Kate Scott shocks fellow pundits with celebrity crush admission
By James Ridge published
Kate Scott caused a stir in the studio with her selection

Manchester United closing in on signing 'the next Vinicius Jr'
By James Ridge published
Manchester United look set to swoop for one of Europe's most exciting young players this summer

'It's 100 percent over for him at Manchester United this summer, and I also fear that his career is over': Former Real Madrid midfielder takes aim at forgotten United star
By James Ridge published
Manchester United look set for another overhaul this summer as their on-field issues continue to mount
Get FourFourTwo Newsletter
The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.