Ben Marsden
Ben is currently studying for his NCTJ qualification with News Associates after graduating from Durham University. He is an avid Liverpool fan, lover of tactics and long-time enthusiast of FourFourTwo’s quizzes. His favourite memories of being a journalist so far include his interview with musician Banners that featured in the Liverpool FC Programme, as well as Jurgen Klopp signing his article for his student newspaper on Klopp’s brilliant tenure at Anfield. When he does play football he plays as a bizarre striker/right-wing/right-back hybrid.
Latest articles by Ben Marsden
![Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/feFj5k5NSfnQWcrFTJautJ-320-80.jpg)
Pep Guardiola’s transfer admission shows change is on the cards for Manchester City
By Ben Marsden published
Two Manchester clubs are showing that more money is needed for success
![Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid celebrates after scoring to give the side a 3-1 lead during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD6 match between Atalanta BC and Real Madrid C.F. at Stadio di Bergamo on December 10, 2024 in Bergamo, Italy.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/526FqWXqBJQvPcgiAB5EZk-320-80.jpg)
Jude Bellingham confirmed as the most valuable footballer in the world right now with three other England stars in the top ten
By Ben Marsden published
The most valuable players in the world have been revealed with England dominating the list
![Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish alongside January signings Andy Carroll and Luis Suarez in 2011.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kLcv83tddk63LKThYR87DT-320-80.jpg)
£3 million per goal? The worst January transfers ever
By Ben Marsden published
Some serious cash has been splashed in January - but who's made the worst signing?
![Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kp78MfRJWYfiLxNyo47osf-320-80.jpg)
Five strikers Arsenal could sign in January
By Ben Marsden published
Arsenal desperately need a new forward - but who could they sign?
![Luka Modric kisses the Champions League trophy after Real Madrid's win over Atletico Madrid on penalties in the 2016 final.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5eczSp45GNbAdfqEL9b5xK-320-80.jpg)
Who are the favourites for the Champions League?
By Ben Marsden published
Which teams have a chance of lifting one of the biggest trophies in club football?
![Big Quiz of 2024](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZBuSaKAy5YZhhrG79BUc7R-320-80.jpg)
The Big Football Quiz of 2024: Can you answer 20 questions correctly?
By Ben Marsden published
Quiz! Get ready for another test of your football knowledge as we explore everything the year 2024 had in store!
![Tottenham Hotspur Manager Ange Postecoglou celebrates the 0-4 win during the Premier League match between Manchester City FC and Tottenham Hotspur FC at Etihad Stadium on November 23, 2024 in Manchester, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9xnEyvCJM28fq9zkYa3Jv9-320-80.jpg)
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou gives brutal response to proposed transfer
By Ben Marsden published
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou was frank in his views when discussing upcoming moves in the January transfer window
![Chelsea's Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho (R) and Arsenal's French manager Arsene Wenger (L) are kept apart by the fourth official Jonathan Moss during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge in London on October 5, 2014. AFP PHOTO/ADRIAN DENNIS == RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. NO USE WITH UNAUTHORIZED AUDIO, VIDEO, DATA, FIXTURE LISTS, CLUB/LEAGUE LOGOS OR "LIVE" SERVICES. ONLINE IN-MATCH USE LIMITED TO 45 IMAGES, NO VIDEO EMULATION. NO USE IN BETTING, GAMES OR SINGLE CLUB/LEAGUE/PLAYER PUBLICATIONS. == (Photo credit should read ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gHWofe6SPRFKBrjqi7VLPB-320-80.jpg)
‘If Wenger had said "Okay, we will take him now," I most probably would have played for Arsene rather than Jose Mourinho at Chelsea’: Ex-Premier League star reveals how close he was to joining Arsenal
By Ben Marsden published
An ex-Premier League forward has opened up on his transfer saga involving Arsenal and Chelsea
![Fulham head coach Marco Silva | Fulham v Middlesbrough live stream](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZL6Q94nkGwiEd43trEvidT-320-80.jpg)
Fulham star admits he is attracting transfer interest from top Premier League sides - and is open to move
By Ben Marsden published
Fulham have an in-form star who is attracting plenty of interest from England's elite clubs
![Brazil women Olympics 2024 squad Marta Vieira of Brazil runs in the field during the Women’s International Friendly match between Brazil and Jamaica at Arena Pernambuco on June 1, 2024 in Recife, Brazil. (Photo by Chico Peixoto/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CffWQs38PQUyX2AVmbLJoB-320-80.jpg)
Inaugural Marta Award won by... Marta
By Ben Marsden published
Brazilian forward Marta wins award named after herself
![BBC Sports Personality of the Year award](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dzkdFNBrQthzmvZ5TixHYb-320-80.jpg)
Quiz! Can you name every footballer to be in the top three of Sports Personality of the Year?
By Ben Marsden published
Which footballers have made it into the prestigious top three of SPOTY?
![Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XHMSgkmxySc2u6ngo26M6F-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool rule out move for Trent Alexander-Arnold replacement, at Arne Slot's request: report
By Ben Marsden published
Liverpool won't look to sign a top European star, even if Trent Alexander-Arnold leaves this summer
![MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 28: Ruben Amorim, Head Coach of Manchester United, speaks to Marcus Rashford of Manchester United as he prepares to enter the pitch as a substitute during the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Phase MD5 match between Manchester United and FK Bodo/Glimt at Old Trafford on November 28, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Q8fqy3RtfuP375y3pzyJYc-320-80.jpg)
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim responds to Marcus Rashford's request for a ‘new challenge’
By Ben Marsden published
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has opened up on Marcus Rashford's latest comments
![LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Liverpool's Curtis Jones battles with Chelsea's Cole Palmer during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Chelsea FC at Anfield on October 20, 2024 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Dodd - CameraSport via Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Jc5RH9y5GsHBWVTcCnBYXY-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool might NOT want to be top of Premier League at Christmas, considering abysmal record
By Ben Marsden published
Liverpool could be leading the Premier League at Christmas - but they might not want to actually be there
![](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uQpAnnXMXNAgsQnWyGP99k-320-80.jpg)
How Arne Slot navigated unchartered waters for the first time as Liverpool boss proves this title is now his to lose
By Ben Marsden published
Liverpool dropped points at home but resilience and Slot's tactics proved crucial in avoiding a loss
![Thomas Muller in action for Bayern Munich against Benfica in the Champions League in November 2024.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iExXFKNQKJd7yaPpYstWSX-320-80.jpg)
Quiz! Can you name the players who have scored in the most consecutive Champions League seasons?
By Ben Marsden published
Quiz! Which players have scored in the most consecutive seasons of the UCL?
![Alexis Mac Allister of Liverpool and Abdoulaye Doucoure of Everton during the Merseyside derby at Anfield in October 2023.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MjbXEiKY29jCoAvehxhLpB-320-80.jpg)
Why FPL managers should be glad the Merseyside Derby was postponed
By Ben Marsden published
The final Goodison Park derby was postponed but it may mean good news for FPL managers.
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