Steven Chicken

Steven Chicken

Steven Chicken has been working as a football writer since 2009, taking in stints with Football365 and the Huddersfield Examiner. Steven still covers Huddersfield Town home and away for his own publication, WeAreTerriers.com. Steven is a two-time nominee for Regional Journalist of the Year at the prestigious British Sports Journalism Awards, making the shortlist in 2020 and 2023.

Latest articles by Steven Chicken

DAMMAM, SAUDI ARABIA - SEPTEMBER 20: Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr celebrates after scoring the 1st goal during the Saudi Pro League match between Al Ettifaq and Al Nassr at Al Ettifaq Stadium on September 20, 2024 in Ad Dammam, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Will Cristiano Ronaldo play at the 2025 Club World Cup?

By Steven Chicken published

Lionel Messi looks set to be there after Inter Miami's place at the revamped and expanded summer tournament was confirmed, but what about his great rival?

'The Crown Prince is losing patience' Amanda Staveley's leaked WhatsApp messages suggest Mohammed bin Salman signed off key decisions during the Newcastle United takeover saga, with TV personalities Ant and Dec involved in the push

By Steven Chicken published

The lengths businesswoman Staveley went to to broker a deal between Mike Ashley and the Saudi PIF for the sale of Newcastle United have been revealed

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky attend Marvel Studios' "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" premiere at Dolby Theatre on October 26, 2022 in Hollywood, California.

A$AP Rocky 'committed' to Tranmere Rovers takeover bid alongside Donald Trump's former lawyer

By Steven Chicken published

Sure, makes sense. Tranmere Rovers are reportedly in talks over selling an 80% stake in the club to an investment group that includes the rapper

Matthijs de Ligt of Manchester United with a blooded head during the Premier League match between Manchester United FC and Brentford FC at Old Trafford on October 19, 2024 in Manchester, England.

Manchester United 'could face charge' over furious coach reaction to Matthijs de Ligt incident

By Steven Chicken published

Manchester United didn't seem to have great cause to be aggrieved after the referee correctly did his job by sending the defender from the field before Brentford scored

Real Madrid new signing, Kylian Mbappe is unveiled at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on July 16, 2024 in Madrid, Spain (Photo by Diego Souto/Getty Images) Erling Haaland Manchester City

Could Kylian Mbappe LEAVE Real Madrid? Los Blancos have buyer's remorse over signing the star: report

By Steven Chicken published

The French forward joined the club on a huge-money deal in the summer but Real Madrid are said to be regretting the move

Mohamed Salah of Liverpool celebrating after scoring the second goal against Bologna in the Champions League.

Pretenders or real deal? Liverpool hit sink-or-swim spell as Chelsea set to kick of huge test of title credentials

By Steven Chicken published

Arne Slot has Liverpool top of the table after his first seven Premier League games, but the next few weeks will tell us everything about whether or not they are there to stay

How Chelsea's new badge might look on a shirt

Chelsea unveil new badge that's sure to irritate (or amuse) London rivals

By Steven Chicken published

Chelsea will adopt a new crest and motto later as part of a re-branding effort to mark their 120th anniversary

Phil Foden of England reacts during the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Serbia and England at Arena AufSchalke on June 16, 2024 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.

Why does Phil Foden always wear a bandage on his hand?

By Steven Chicken published

The Manchester City and England star has had his hand bandaged since February 2024

Thomas Tuchel has been appointed the new England manager

Revealed: Verdict in on England's Thomas Tuchel appointment as Gareth Southgate gets 6/10 from FourFourTwo voters

By Steven Chicken published

We asked for your views on the departed and incoming England managers following Thomas Tuchel's appointment as Gareth Southgate's successor

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag

Staggeringly low percentage of fans think Erik ten Hag should STAY at Manchester United

By Steven Chicken published

Erik ten Hag has got Manchester United off to a poor start to the season, prompting speculation about whether they will get rid and who might succeed him

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe

Eddie Howe confirms no contact over England job - as he was potentially priced out of a hire

By Steven Chicken published

The Newcastle United boss was favoured by many to get the England job but he has confirmed he was not interviewed for it

Dele Alli

Why isn't Dele Alli playing football right now?

By Steven Chicken published

Former England international Dele Alli has been away from the game since February 2023

Kylian Mbappe #10 of France looks on during the International Friendly match between France and Luxembourg at Stade Saint-Symphorien on June 5, 2024 in Metz, France.

The collapse of international football? Kylian Mbappe theory shows the biggest casualty in fixture congestion row

By Steven Chicken published

Kylian Mbappe taking a holiday after withdrawing from the France squad has prompted an unhappy reaction and conspiratorial whispers - but the sheer number of games on the calendar means some players may need to pick and choose

Cole Palmer

Chelsea star Cole Palmer touted for huge European move

By Steven Chicken published

Chelsea have a young squad with plenty of potential, but are they in a position to win trophies in the short term to keep their star players happy? Former defender William Gallas thinks maybe not...

Transfers
Former England footballer Paul Gascoigne pictured in 2018

Paul Gascoigne proposes wild five-way job swap involving England, Manchester United, Gary Lineker and Pep Guardiola

By Steven Chicken published

Paul Gascoigne has heard a lot of rumours and has got them all to line up perfectly in his mind

A frustrated Jurgen Klopp after Liverpool's defeat to Sevilla in the 2016 Europa League final in Basel.

'I was hoping it was a fake news story, I'll tell him personally it's crap': Former Jurgen Klopp star gives FURIOUS assessment of the ex Liverpool manager taking Red Bull job

By Steven Chicken published

Former Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has provoked controversy by taking a job with the owners of RB Leipzig

Stories
Arsene Wenger

Was Arsene Wenger right all along? A transfer revolution is sweeping football... but the FIFA chief didn't quite get it right

By Steven Chicken published

Arsene Wenger boldly set a course for the future of transfers - but has the market panned out as he expected?

Stories
Christopher Nkunku (C) of Chelsea celebrate with Mykhailo Mudryk (L), Joao Felix(2nd L), Pedro Neto (2nd R), Tosin Adarabioyo (R) after scoring the third goal of their team during the UEFA Conference League 2024/25 League Phase MD1 match between Chelsea FC and KAA Gent at Stamford Bridge on October 3, 2024 in London, England.

The most overrated player in the league named as Chelsea flop

By Steven Chicken published

Chelsea have spent a lot of money on players who haven't contributed a great deal over the past few years

BURTON UPON TRENT, ENGLAND - AUGUST 13: Lee Carsley poses for a photograph in his new position as Interim Manager for the England Senior Team at St George's Park on August 13, 2024 in Burton upon Trent, England. (Photo by Eddie Keogh - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)

Lee Carsley is RIGHT for experimenting in the Nations League: and we shouldn't blame him for trying it

By Steven Chicken published

Lads, it's the Nations League, it doesn't matter. The 'chuck all the big names' out there approach was daft on its face, but it was worth giving a go

Spain defender Dani Carvajal kisses the UEFA Nations League trophy in 2023.

How the Nations League overcame doubters to become a valuable international football fixture

By Steven Chicken published

There were doubts six years ago about whether the Nations League would stay the course, but its benefits are plain to see

Stories
Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold

Liverpool report: Huge Trent Alexander-Arnold twist emerges amid Real Madrid

By Steven Chicken published

Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold will be out of contract at the end of the current campaign, leading to rumours that his future may lie at Real Madrid

Lee Carsley, Interim Head Coach of England, looks on during the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League B Group B2 match between England and Greece at Wembley Stadium on October 10, 2024 in London, England.

England interim boss Lee Carsley lets slip he is 'hopeful' of returning to under-21 set-up

By Steven Chicken published

Speculation about Lee Carsley's future has only ramped up since he took over the England job from Gareth Southgate on an interim basis

Paris Saint-Germain's French midfielder Lassana Diarra arrives to attend the 31th edition of the UNFP (French National Professional Football players Union) trophy ceremony, in Paris on May 28, 2023. (Photo by Bertrand GUAY / AFP) (Photo by BERTRAND GUAY/AFP via Getty Images)

Why Lassana Diarra case will decide future of entire transfer system

By Steven Chicken published

The Lassana Diarra case against FIFA is set for a final decision by a Belgian appeal court

Stories
Adidas Newcastle United 2024/25 away kit

Newcastle United set for logo change after kit agreement reached

By Steven Chicken published

Newcastle United fans are already getting excited for a retro update to their shirts next season

Pep Lijnders Jurgen Klopp Liverpool Anfield

Former Liverpool coach has big job on his hands following latest setback

By Steven Chicken published

Pep Lijnders enjoyed a good start in his first few games at Red Bull Salzburg but things have taken a turn for the worse over the past few weeks

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