
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

Liverpool legend Alan Hansen 'seriously ill' in hospital
By Ben Hayward published
Liverpool say their thoughts are with legendary defender Alan Hansen, who is 'seriously ill in hospital'

Liverpool report: Negotiations begin to sell defender
By Ben Hayward published
Liverpool have reportedly started negotiations to sell a defender this summer

Best Euros moments
By Ben Hayward published
From memorable goals to iconic celebrations, a look at the best moments in the history of the European Championship...

Manchester City showing ‘concrete’ interest in blockbuster transfer move: report
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester City are reportedly showing 'concrete' interest in a blockbuster signing move ahead of this summer's transfer window

Can Arsenal win Premier League under Mikel Arteta? Club legend has doubts over Gunners boss
By Ben Hayward published
Arsenal came close to winning the Premier League in 2023/24, but a former player has expressed doubts over manager Mikel Arteta

Tottenham report: Transfer talks with Fenerbahce begin, as Jose Mourinho wants one favourite to re-join him
By Ben Hayward published
Tottenham could be about to begin talks with Fenerbahce over the sale of one of their players, with Jose Mourinho keen on a reunion

Liverpool close to agreement for Brazilian to become Arne Slot’s first signing: report
By Ben Hayward published
Liverpool are understood to be close to completing the signing of a Brazilian who would become Arne Slot's first recruit this summer

Best Euros underdogs
By Ben Hayward published
From shock winners to surprise semi-finalists and more, a look at the best underdogs in European Championship history...

Why is Marcus Rashford not in the England squad?
By Ben Hayward published
Marcus Rashford is not in the England squad for Euro 2024 – so why is he not involved this summer?

Liverpool targeting Brazilian midfield pair in huge summer swoop: report
By Ben Hayward published
Liverpool are reportedly targeting two Brazilian midfielders this summer in a huge transfer swoop under new manager Arne Slot

Euro 2024: Why do the Netherlands play in orange?
By Ben Hayward published
There is no orange on the Dutch flag – so why are the Netherlands so associated with the colour?

Arsenal could beat Chelsea to Serie A superstar, with summer bid expected: report
By Ben Hayward published
Arsenal could see off London rivals Chelsea for a top target this summer, with Gunners expected to bid for Serie A superstar

Chelsea striker in line for Jose Mourinho reunion as Fenerbahce name transfer targets
By Ben Hayward published
Chelsea striker one of three players named by Fenerbahce in a triple transfer raid after Jose Mourinho was unveiled as coach

Kevin Campbell: Former Arsenal and Everton striker 'in hospital' after falling ill
By Ben Hayward published
Kevin Campbell has been taken ill, with the former Arsenal and Everton striker reportedly undergoing treatment in hospital

Real Madrid pair Luka Modric and Toni Kroos set INCREDIBLE Champions League mark
By Ben Hayward published
Real Madrid pair Luka Modric and Toni Kroos have set an unbelievable Champions League mark with Saturday's win

Jose Mourinho blames Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag for Jadon Sancho struggles at Old Trafford
By Ben Hayward published
Jose Mourinho has questioned Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag over the Dutchman's management of Jadon Sancho

270 Real Madrid fans 'left stranded' in Spain ahead of Champions League final
By Ben Hayward published
A large number of Real Madrid fans were set to miss Saturday's Champions League final after they were left 'stranded' in Spain

Euro 2024: Germany's Joshua Kimmich SLAMS 'absolutely racist' national team survey
By Ben Hayward published
Germany's Joshua Kimmich has hit out at a "racist" survey from fans ahead of the team's Euro 2024 campaign this summer

Arsenal want Bundesliga star before Euro 2024 as Manchester United consider late offer: report
By Ben Hayward published
Arsenal are reportedly keen to wrap up the signing of a Bundesliga forward this month, but could face competition from Manchester United and Chelsea

Best ever Spain matches
By Ben Hayward published
From World Cup and European Championship crowns, to big wins over some of the top international sides, a look at the best ever matches in the history of the Spanish men's team...

The best World Cup hat-tricks
By Ben Hayward published
There were 54 World Cup hat-tricks between 1930 and 2022. Here, a look at some of the most memorable trebles in the men's tournament...

Quiz! Can you name the 26 clubs that have beaten Pep Guardiola's Manchester City?
By Ben Hayward published
Quiz! The Premier League champions ended the season with defeat in the FA Cup final – but can you recall every team to have beaten them under the Catalan coach?

Top scorers in World Cup history
By Ben Hayward published
From 1930 to 2022, a look at the top goalscorers in World Cup history...
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