Latest articles by Chris Flanagan
‘I can’t see Rodrygo leaving Real Madrid for Manchester City, but things didn’t work for him last season – maybe Kylian Mbappe's arrival unbalanced the team’ Steve McManaman talks to FFT about his old club, and why they’re still favourites for La Liga
The Real Madrid legend speaks exclusively to FourFourTwo ahead of the start of the new Spanish top-flight season
Former Republic of Ireland star dad Rory tells FFT about his stance on Liam Delap’s international future: ‘He’s spoken to both England and Ireland – I’m so proud of what he’s achieving’
Long throw cult hero Rory Delap gives thoughts on his son's fine progress – and why he swapped the Champions League for Prenton Park
‘Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City are all capable of HISTORIC feat – it will be really exciting if one of them is in contention to do both’ Sky Sports pundit assesses the chances of a historic double
Izzy Christiansen says any of Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City could win both the Premier League and the WSL this season
‘Birmingham City can absolutely get promoted this season – the main worry I have is whether last year was too easy for them’ Former Blues striker Troy Deeney tells FFT he’s backing his boyhood club to go again, after they set records in League One
The lifelong Birmingham fan is relishing their return to the Championship, ahead of their season opener at home to Ipswich
‘I made the right decision to miss the Euros – I haven’t thought about a return to the England squad yet, but I’m feeling good and excited to play football again’ Millie Bright talks exclusively to FourFourTwo, at launch of her own sportswear range
Lionesses legend Millie Bright explains why she's raring to go for the new WSL season with Chelsea, after sitting out England's successful Euros campaign
‘The balance of power has shifted towards owners. Brian Clough dominated the board – because Evangelos Marinakis is so hands on, Nuno Espirito Santo’s role is more like Peter Taylor’ Stuart Pearce discusses Nottingham Forest, as part of new game launch
In an exclusive interview with FourFourTwo, the City Ground legend has his say on the combination that's brought success back to his former club
‘Paul Merson would have been the best at walking football, he always walked around the pitch anyway! A different team-mate of mine would have found it tough’ Former England goalkeeper David James visits a St Helens walking football team
Speaking to FourFourTwo, the ex-Liverpool shot-stopper explains which Anfield pal might have struggled in a different discipline
‘The relationship between fans and owner has been toxic at Sheffield Wednesday for a long time – why wasn’t the owner trying to sell the club as soon as possible?’ Former Owls striker saddened by Championship side’s crisis
In an exclusive interview, EFL pundit expresses his bewilderment at recent events at Hillsborough
Will All Three Promoted Clubs Be Relegated From The Premier League Again?
DEBATE FourFourTwo writers debate a burning question ahead of the 2025/26 season
He's done it six times – Billy Sharp's guide to promotion
Need your club to go up in 25-26? Veteran EFL striker Billy Sharp has done it six times and offers FourFourTwo a seven-point plan outlining exactly how it’s done
‘If Luis Diaz wanted to leave Liverpool for Barcelona, I’d say “Fine, I get it.” When it’s Bayern Munich, I think ‘Why?’ But South American players do sometimes leave for more money’ Former Reds star surprised by winger’s possible move to Germany
In an exclusive interview, an ex-Anfield ace explains why Diaz's likely transfer to the Bundesliga has raised eyebrows
‘Eberechi Eze could be Tottenham Hotspur’s Eric Cantona – he could become the main man at the club’ Spurs legend explains why Crystal Palace star would be a perfect fit
Former Tottenham forward backs Eagles ace to make huge impact if he makes the switch to the Europa League winners
‘Arsenal should break the bank for Alexander Isak from Newcastle – in recent years, they haven’t wanted the Premier League badly enough’ Former Gunners star explains what they need to do to finally bag the title
Ex-defender outlines why his former club have to push the boat out if they really want to become champions
‘I'd let Son Heung-min leave – he’s a legend, but the Premier League is too quick for him now. In the Europa League final, his legs were gone. It happens to everyone eventually’ Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder tells FFT why he’d accept bid for star
In an exclusive interview, ex-White Hart Lane pro gives his thoughts on South Korean’s potential exit
‘I had to pretend to be a boy to play football – there still aren’t enough inner city girls coming through and getting opportunities’ Arsenal and Lionesses legend unveils plan to break down barriers in women's game
In an exclusive interview with FourFourTwo, Rachel Yankey explains why she's launched a new foundation to help youngsters
FourFourTwo's guide to the Club World Cup
A new 32-team Club World Cup this weekend kicks off when Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami take on Al Ahly of Egypt. After a great deal of scepticism, can it establish itself as one of football’s most prestigious events?
Club World Cup 2025: Every group in focus
A guide to every group at the Club World Cup 2025, to get you up to speed with the tournament
‘Winning the Club World Cup would be massive for Chelsea, and not just for the trophy – £100m in prize money would help them against other Premier League clubs’ Former Blues star explains why tournament could turbo-charge their progress
In an exclusive interview with FFT, ex-Chelsea midfielder breaks down why this summer's event could be so important
‘Florian Wirtz’s arrival will allow Mo Salah to change his role as he gets older – it’ll be fascinating to see how Arne Slot uses him’ Former Liverpool forward discusses potential new boy’s place in starting line-up... and who he could oust from it
In an exclusive interview with FFT, ex-Anfield star assesses how German international could fit into the club's title-winning team
Gary Neville exclusive: Manchester United legend reveals ‘greatest thing I’ve ever done’... and it might not be what you expect
The Sky Sports pundit's proudest achievement had nothing to do with football – until now
'I still love Sheffield United, but I’ve never seen the club score a goal in a play-off final – I hope it’s promotion this time, and my kids don’t have to experience what I did' Billy Sharp exclusive with FourFourTwo
Former Blades striker is praying that his boyhood team can finally end an unwanted record when they face Sunderland
'You wonder about Manchester United's decision to sell Scott McTominay – if you were picking a team to save your life, would you have him in it? I would. Some of the others, I wouldn't' Ex-Old Trafford star on why the Red Devils have missed Napoli ace
Speaking to FourFourTwo, a former Manchester United winger explained why letting McTominay leave has backfired
I interviewed Gary Lineker last month – he didn’t want his TV career to end like this, the World Cup was supposed to be his grand finale
After three decades, the former England striker still dreamed of finishing his career with a Three Lions triumph next summer
‘I’d leave Liverpool’s right-back position with Conor Bradley next season, I’d only sign a back-up – at left-back, I’d still start Andy Robertson, even if they bought Milos Kerkez’ Former Anfield full-back has has say on club’s transfer business
Ex-Reds defender has faith in Northern Irishman to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold as a regular starter
‘Jadon Sancho needs to leave Chelsea for his own sake – do you want to be a player who comes on sometimes, or one who plays every week? He’s good enough to play every week’ Former Blues star explains why loanee has been outshone by another wide man
In an exclusive interview, an ex-Stamford Bridge winger gives his view on whether Sancho should stay with the club
