Ben Marsden

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

Diego Costa celebrates a goal for Atletico Madrid against Getafe in December 2012.
Quiz! How much do you know about Atletico Madrid's past and present strikers?

By Ben Marsden Published

QUIZ! The Spanish giants have had their fair share of world-class marksmen

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Dean Huijsen of AFC Bournemouth scores the opening goal during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Tottenham Hotspur FC at Vitality Stadium on December 05, 2024 in Bournemouth, England
Bournemouth star wanted by Real Madrid in statement summer deal: report

By Ben Marsden Published

Bournemouth may lose a special young talent in summer

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Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring for Real Madrid against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals in May 2017.
Quiz! Can you answer 100% on our Champions League finals quiz?

By Ben Marsden Published

QUIZ! Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring for Real Madrid in the Champions League.

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Ian Wright, football pundit and former footballer looks on before the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Manchester United and Leicester City at Old Trafford on February 7, 2025 in Manchester, England.
Ian Wright slams pitch as 'f*****g disgrace' in major European tie

By Ben Marsden Published

Ian Wright didn't pull his punches when it came to the surface Arsenal had to endure against Real Madrid

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Phil Foden (right) shone in Manchester City's 4-1 win at Brighton (Gareth Fuller/PA).
Is Manchester City vs Brighton on TV? Live streams, how to watch, kick-off time, preview, team news for Premier League clash

By Ben Marsden Last updated

How to watch Manchester City vs Brighton online or on TV as both sides push for Champions League spots in potential Premier League thriller on Saturday March 15.

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Wolves vs Manchester City
Watch Southampton vs Wolves: Live streams, TV channels, kick-off time

By Ben Marsden Last updated

How to watch Southampton vs Wolverhampton Wanderers online or on TV as Wolves aim to boost Premier League survival hopes against lowly Saints on Saturday March 15.

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MUNICH, GERMANY - MARCH 05: Harry Kane of FC Bayern Muenchen celebrates after scoring his team`s third goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first leg match between FC Bayern München and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at on March 05, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Christina Pahnke - sampics/Getty Images)
David Beckham Champions League record at risk of falling to Harry Kane

By Ben Marsden Published

David Beckham has seen his record in the Champions League proudly stand for nearly 20 years, but Harry Kane is getting ever closer after reaching the quarter-finals

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Cody Gakpo (2L) celebrates scoring the team's second goal with Liverpool's Dutch defender #04 Virgil van Dijk during the UEFA Champions League football match between Liverpool and Real Madrid at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on November 27, 2024.
Liverpool star speaks out after being spotted talking to PSG chiefs as contract runs down

By Ben Marsden Published

Liverpool were knocked out of the Champions League and it could go from bad to worse

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Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, reacts at half time during the Premier League match between Manchester United FC and Arsenal FC at Old Trafford on March 09, 2025 in Manchester, England.
Why Manchester United and Arsenal both showed the same weakness, in 1-1 draw

By Ben Marsden Published

If Manchester United and Arsenal want to win trophies they must fix one key problem

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LA Galaxy duo David Beckham and Chris Birchall celebrate their 2011 MLS Cup success
Quiz! Can you get 100% on our English players abroad quiz?

By Ben Marsden Published

QUIZ! Which English players tried their luck overseas?

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Sir Alex Ferguson Cheltenham Manchester United
Which horses running at Cheltenham do Sir Alex Ferguson and Harry Redknapp own?

By Ben Marsden Published

Many famous football figures will be keeping an eye on Cheltenham Festival - and how one could win up to £375,000

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Andrew Robertson of Liverpool looks on during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Manchester United FC at Anfield on January 05, 2025 in Liverpool, England.
Liverpool give huge indication that Andy Robertson could move on this summer: report

By Ben Marsden Published

Liverpool full-back Andy Robertson has had a poor season - and could now be replaced at Anfield

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Newcastle United have seen some superb Premier League goalscorers across the years...
Newcastle United suffer huge blow as extent of star player's injury revealed

By Ben Marsden Published

The Newcastle United player will miss the Carabao Cup final - and the rest of the campaign

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Camp Nou
The new Camp Nou: Everything you need to know about the stadium's renovation

By Ben Marsden Published

Barcelona's historic Camp Nou has been out of action since 2023

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Mohamed Salah of Liverpool celebrates scoring his team's second goal from the penalty-spot during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers FC at Anfield on February 16, 2025 in Liverpool, England.
Mohamed Salah has reached Lionel Messi level output - as Liverpool place one hand on the Premier League trophy

By Ben Marsden Published

Liverpool brushed Manchester City aside leaving Mohamed Salah in Ballon d'Or conversations

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Nicolas Jackson of Chelsea winces after pulling a muscle in his thigh during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and West Ham United FC at Stamford Bridge on February 3, 2025 in London, England
Is Nicolas Jackson injured this weekend? Premier League injury update on Chelsea striker

By Ben Marsden Published

Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson is a doubt for the weekend

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Son Heung-min celebrates with Tottenham team-mates Radu Dragusin and Yves Bissouma after scoring directly from a corner against Manchester United in the League Cup in December 2024.
Is Son Heung-Min injured this weekend? Premier League injury update on Tottenham Hotspur forward

By Ben Marsden Published

Son Heung-min may be a further addition to Spurs’ injury list

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Cody Gakpo has 16 goals to his name for Liverpool in 2024/25
Is Cody Gakpo injured this weekend? Premier League injury update on Liverpool forward

By Ben Marsden Published

Liverpool’s Dutch forward Cody Gakpo is a doubt for the weekend's game

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Erling Haaland of Manchester City wins a header during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Knockout Play-off first leg match between Manchester City and Real Madrid C.F. at Etihad Stadium on February 11, 2025 in Manchester, England.
Is Erling Haaland injured this weekend? Premier League injury update on Manchester City striker

By Ben Marsden Published

Manchester City star Erling Haaland is a doubt for the weekend

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Amad Diallo of Manchester United celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Manchester United FC and Southampton FC at Old Trafford on January 16, 2025 in Manchester, England.
Is Amad Diallo injured this weekend? Premier League injury update on Manchester United forward

By Ben Marsden Published

Manchester United youngster Amad has been hit with a huge injury issue

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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - AUGUST 24: Unai Emery of Aston Villa in action during the Premier League match between Aston Villa FC and Arsenal FC at Villa Park on August 24, 2024 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Neville Williams/Aston Villa FC via Getty Images)
The reason that Aston Villa vs Liverpool STILL isn't sold out

By Ben Marsden Published

Liverpool's clash Aston Villa is set to be a mouthwatering match but why are tickets still available?

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David Bentley Arsenal goal
The 10 best north London derbies: Bentley's wonder-bash, Henry's excellence and more

By Dan Ross Last updated

NLD The most memorable Arsenal vs Tottenham clashes, as they go head-to-head in the race for the top four

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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola
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

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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.
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

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Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish alongside January signings Andy Carroll and Luis Suarez in 2011.
£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?

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