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
Jurgen Klopp joins Instagram ahead of Liverpool exit 'to stay in contact' with Reds fans
By Ben Hayward published
Jurgen Klopp has opened an account on Instagram ahead of his Liverpool exit in order to keep in touch with fans of the Reds
Players sent off at a World Cup
By Ben Hayward published
More than 150 players have been sent off at a men's World Cup. Here, a look at some famous footballers to see red in infamous incidents from the game's greatest tournament...
Players with 50 or more international goals
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some famous footballers from the men's game who have scored 50 or more goals at international level...
Quiz! Can you name the 27 footballers who have played with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo?
By Ben Hayward published
Quiz! It's Cristiano Ronaldo's birthday – but who's been lucky enough to play with both him and Lionel Messi?
What time are the Euro 2024 kickoffs?
By Ben Hayward last updated
Euro 2024 is not far away and you might know the dates, but what about the kickoff times? All the info you need is here
What is the Euro 2024 mascot?
By Ben Hayward last updated
Every major tournament has an official mascot – so what is the Euro 2024 mascot?
Arsenal dealt transfer blow as move for LaLiga star is ruled out by his manager
By Ben Hayward published
Arsenal look set to be frustrated as one of their main transfer targets has apparently decided to remain in LaLiga next season
Tottenham will have to break transfer record to sign Premier League ace: report
By Ben Hayward published
Tottenham will reportedly have to break their transfer record to sign one of the Premier League's in-demand attackers this summer
Arsenal star says he'll be 'biggest Tottenham fan ever' for Manchester City clash
By Ben Hayward published
Arsenal need rivals Tottenham to get a result against Manchester City on Tuesday and one Gunner will be cheering them on
Manchester United report: Fee confirmed for Michael Olise deal, ahead of summer move
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester United hopes of signing Michael Olise may have been boosted as Crystal Palace set a fee for the talented attacker
Casemiro slammed by Gary Neville for error in Manchester United loss vs Arsenal
By Ben Hayward published
Casemiro has been criticised by Gary Neville for his mistake in the build-up to Leandro Trossard's goal against Manchester United
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...
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