Chris Flanagan
Chris joined FourFourTwo in 2015 and has reported from more than 20 countries, in places as varied as Ivory Coast and the Arctic Circle. He's interviewed Pele, Zlatan and Santa Claus (it's a long story), as well as covering the World Cup, AFCON and the Clasico. He previously spent 10 years as a newspaper journalist, and completed the 92 in 2017.
Latest articles by Chris Flanagan

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In an exclusive interview, one Cole explains why he’s got faith in his namesake, who’s become a boss with Italian club Cesena

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The Irish are gearing up for their World Cup play-off semi-final against the Czech Republic

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE Giggs was in charge of Wales between 2019 and 2022

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE Rogers was at Blackpool when Mick McCarthy was asked ‘it can’t go on like this, can it?’

By Chris Flanagan Published
Now retired, the former USA wonderkid tells us what he really wished he did during his playing days

By Chris Flanagan Published
Speaking prior to his appointment, Cole explained to FFT how several years in coaching have prepared him for his first management role

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The Spanish winger could come up against his brother Inaki at this summer’s tournament

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The winger netted the opening goal to put Spain on track to defeat England in the Euro 2024 final

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The former Red Devils winger spent three seasons alongside Keane at Old Trafford

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The winger has become a key player under Unai Emery and broken into the England set-up

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The Spain winger turned down Premier League overtures last summer

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The Williams brothers have been club teammates in Bilbao for the past five years

By Chris Flanagan Published
In an exclusive interview, the former Chelsea duo assess the chances of an upset in North Wales, and explain why they hope it won't be another Barnsley

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE Postecoglou led Spurs to their first trophy in 17 years last season

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The Tottenham star ruptured his ACL in a pre-season friendly against Newcastle

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The Athletic Bilbao winger’s father made huge sacrifices for his family

By Chris Flanagan Published
Ex-Everton wide man explains why Manchester City are unlikely to get their asking price, even though a transfer could still happen

By Chris Flanagan Published
During six years as a YouTube star, the former England goalkeeper has met a host of famous names – and learned things he didn’t expect

By Chris Flanagan Published
After working with Fowler in Saudi Arabia, ex-Everton man tells FFT he's at a loss to explain why the Anfield great doesn't get more opportunities

By Chris Flanagan Published
Speaking to FourFourTwo, an ex-Manchester City stalwart says a domestic cup may need to be seen as a building block this time around

By Chris Flanagan Published
In an exclusive interview, the rising star explains what it was like to go into the Three Lions squad for the first time in November

By Chris Flanagan Published
In an exclusive interview, former England striker tells FourFourTwo about a magical cup upset – even if a part of their financial windfall has been blocked

By Chris Flanagan Published
EXCLUSIVE Three years since Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al Nassr, he’s laser-focused on hitting another milestone – 2026 will see him play his last World Cup and further his quest to become the first player to officially score 1,000 career goals. As those who know him tell FFT, he won’t be retiring until he’s done it

By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE Tony Pulis’ baseball cap was perhaps the defining Premier League fashion accessory of its era
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