Latest articles by Ben Mountain
‘That’s still my biggest regret, not scything Michael Thomas down in 1989’s Anfield title decider. You don’t want to be the bad guy, but it rankles with me’ Ray Houghton on his role in one of English football’s most historic moments
EXCLUSIVE The former Liverpool midfielder admits he would have done it all differently in 1989
“After snubbing Chelsea, Ken Bates said, ‘I hope you have an effing nightmare against us home and away’, and slammed the phone down. I quite liked that!” Ray Houghton on his Liverpool exit
EXCLUSIVE The former Ireland midfielder recalls his run-in with the ex-Chelsea chairman
‘Joining Manchester United on loan reminded me what I’m capable of – it gave me the confidence to step away, go somewhere and achieve something’: England international reveals how Old Trafford move resurrected his career
Manchester United are in a state of flux at the moment, but for one England international the club came along at the perfect moment for him
‘I’ve always said I’d like to play for England again – I hope my performances in Europe show I could be a part of it, despite not playing in the Premier League’: Nine-cap international targeting Three Lions return
An England return is the target for one forgotten Three Lions international
Low budgets, criticism, lack of authority: The role of Kick It Out is the most thankless in football, yet one of the most important
BLACK HISTORY MONTH David to the Goliath of discrimination in football, for 30 years the organisation has tirelessly battled boycotts, controversies and misconceptions
Did Arsenal just lose tens of millions of pounds at Euro 2024?
Arsenal suffer a major transfer setback as a star player sustains a potentially serious injury at Euro 2024
Euro 2024 predictor isn't an octopus, a pig or a parakeet, it's a... vegetable
A fortune teller has delivered a 'foolproof' prediction method for England’s Euros chances in truly unconventional style…
WATCH: Scotland national anthem before Switzerland at Euro 2024 won’t be beaten this tournament
The Scottish players and fans belted out ‘Flower of Scotland’ before facing Switzerland
Are there female referees at Euro 2024?
Officials come under the spotlight whenever they step onto the pitch – never more so than at major tournaments. But are there female referees at Euro 2024?
German FA rewards Julian Nagelsmann after strong Euros start
Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann was celebrating more than just victory against Hungary on Wednesday night
‘The new rivalry in European football came because of Jurgen – for everyone who loves football it was fantastic to watch him and Guardiola,’ Arne Slot reveals Klopp's advice in first Liverpool interview
Arne Slot has poured praise on Jürgen Klopp in his first official interview as Liverpool manager, revealing that he and his predecessor have already spoken
Why do Hungary wear two crests on their shirts: Revealed
The Hungary kit has earned praise for its simple, old-fashioned style with an eye-catching difference – but the Magyars aren’t alone
Manuel Neuer makes history in remarkable achievement for Germany at Euro 2024
Manuel Neuer continues to make footballing history, securing a remarkable feat for Germany against Hungary
Why do Croatia fans wear water polo caps when watching football
Eagle-eyed observers might have noticed a bizarre tradition among fans
Euro 2024 police make controversial England vs Denmark call despite praise for fans, but there's better news about the beer
England fans have been praised for their behaviour at Euro 2024 but will be closely watched by German police for Denmark game
'Some of the Irish lads were shedding eight or nine pounds during a session due to the scorching heat’ Ray Houghton reveals his USA 94 memories
EXCLUSIVE The former Liverpool midfielder explains just what it was like to deal with those testing conditions, 30 years on from USA 94
Ray Houghton: ‘Ireland didn’t fear England at Euro 88 - Big Jack assured us that we could win’
Houghton featured in a historic victory for the Republic of Ireland
Former Wimbledon boss: ‘What the Crazy Gang did was incredible, we’d get our own Netflix series now’
The former Wimbledon player and manager opens up on his time in charge of the 'Crazy Gang'
Kobbie Mainoo: Ghana move to lure ‘generational talent’ from England’s grasp
Kobbie Mainoo is a man in demand, with Ghana preparing to tempt his allegiance away from the England national team
Neil Warnock could return to football almost two years after ‘retirement’ – aged 75
Neil Warnock has been linked with a move back into football aged 75, despite ‘retiring’ in 2022
Erling Haaland reveals bizarre combination ‘cheat’ meal
Erling Haaland may be one of football’s most athletic players, but his go-to cheat meal will surprise you
‘Have a beer’: Eden Hazard makes outlandish Ronaldo/Messi claim
Eden Hazard has claimed that no footballer is better than him bar Lionel Messi – including Cristiano Ronaldo
Former Manchester United midfielder retires after ‘incredible journey’ and five years in China
A former Manchester United deadline day signing has called time on his career after five years in China
