
Jacque Talbot
Jacque Talbot is a freelance football journalist who predominantly specialises in transfer stories and exclusives. He began his career in 2016 covering the world-renowned Sandbach United, of North West Counties fame, before earning a spot on the sports desks of national papers, where he bounced between several outlets such as Sportbible, the Express, Mirror, and Daily Star. An NCTJ graduate of the News Associates who swapped investigative journalism in the Costa del Sol for football reporting in Northern England, he first wrote for FourFourTwo in December 2023.
Latest articles by Jacque Talbot

Did Jude Bellingham refuse to be substituted? After subs board mix-up fans suggest England star used his 'aura' to change Gareth Southgate's mind
By Jacque Talbot published
Jude Bellingham appeared to change Gareth Southgate's decision to substitute him by using his ‘aura’ in England’s quarter-final contest against Switzerland

What on earth have the BBC pundits been watching? Rio Ferdinand and Micah Richards stun England fans with bizarre Phil Foden comments
By Jacque Talbot published
Rio Ferdinand and Micah Richards appeared to have a hugely different impression on England’s performance against Switzerland

'It’s been difficult watching because I know I could do a job there - I just feel like I could fit so well into that team': English defender hits out at England boss Gareth Southgate after Euro 2024 snub
By Jacque Talbot published
One English defender has voiced his frustration at not earning the nod in this England squad for Euro 2024

'Jude Bellingham playing in his Dortmund role would unlock England': Former Three Lions midfielder implores Gareth Southgate for system change
By Jacque Talbot published
Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham would be better served playing in a deeper role for England, claims Darren Anderton

‘I would play Saka at left back’ - Former England international agrees with Ian Wright ahead of Switzerland clash
By Jacque Talbot published
Former England international Darren Anderton is in agreement with Ian Wright, who said that moving Bukayo Saka to left-back could work

Euro 2024: Who are the BBC commentators and pundits for England vs Switzerland?
By Jacque Talbot published
The Euro 2024 quarter-final clash between England and Switzerland will be broadcast on BBC One

Euro 2024: Who is the referee and VAR for England v Switzerland?
By Jacque Talbot published
Gareth Southgate is set to impose a new England formation to ensure the Three Lions obtain a place in the semi-finals

The incredible stats behind Cristiano Ronaldo’s free-kick conversion rate
By Jacque Talbot last updated
Cristiano Ronaldo may have been a pioneer at free-kicks - but the former Manchester United attacker's conversion rate tells a different story

Cristiano Ronaldo explains Euro 2024 tears after Portugal qualify
By Jacque Talbot published
Cristiano Ronaldo has spoken out after being seen to be visibly upset in Portugal's win over Slovenia

Has anyone else spotted what we've just seen on BBC's brilliant Euro 2024 intro?
By Jacque Talbot published
The BBC are at it again recently in their coverage of Euro 2024 - but this time for all the right reasons

IFAB's lawmakers: Who's part of the panel deciding on the rules of football?
By Jacque Talbot published
IFAB's lawmakers help to shape football as we know it

Cristiano Ronaldo brutally trolled by BBC after penalty miss in Portugal's win over Slovenia
By Jacque Talbot published
BBC slammed for ‘disgraceful’ mocking of Cristiano Ronaldo after superstar was seen in floods of tears after Euro 2024 penalty miss

England manager Gareth Southgate's three changes for Switzerland clash laid out by Alan Shearer
By Jacque Talbot published
Alan Shearer wants England boss Gareth Southgate to make some big changes to England in their Euro 2024 quarter-final tie against Switzerland

Euro 2024: Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai infuriates Reds fans with 'embarrassing' remarks before Hungary loss
By Jacque Talbot published
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has angered Reds fans with his recent words about Hungary’s Euro 2024 campaign

Euro 2024: Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag gives verdict on Marcus Rashford England snub
By Jacque Talbot published
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has delivered an assessment of Gareth Southgate’s decision to omit Marcus Rashford from the England squad

Jude Bellingham on Real Madrid habit which helped England beat Serbia at Euro 2024
By Jacque Talbot published
Jude Bellingham has opened up on how his time at Real Madrid has helped him strike gold for England at Euro 2024

Chelsea defender 'open to Bayern Munich move' as Vincent Kompany plots surprise raid: report
By Jacque Talbot published
Chelsea could lose one of their prized assets to Bayern Munich as new head coach Enzo Maresca braces for approach from the Bundelisga giants

Liverpool earmark Bundesliga captain to begin defensive overhaul under Arne Slot: report
By Jacque Talbot published
Liverpool are looking to bolster their back line this summer and reports suggest Arne Slot is targeting a Bundesliga captain

Euro 2024: Who is the referee and VAR for Slovenia v Denmark?
By Jacque Talbot published
Who is the referee for Slovenia vs Denmark at Euro 2024? Here's everything you need to know

Manchester United face bidding war for Mason Greenwood as new club rivals Juventus to sign attacker: report
By Jacque Talbot published
Manchester United may have their fair share of offers for Mason Greenwood, with a new club making an offer for the young forward

Roy Keane delivers worrying assessment of Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold ahead of England’s opening Euro 2024 game
By Jacque Talbot published
Roy Keane has expressed his concerns about Trent Alexander-Arnold, saying that the top teams in Euro 2024 may exploit the Liverpool man’s weakness

Newcastle 'begin talks' with former Chelsea defender as Eddie Howe continues to bolster Magpies’ back line: report
By Jacque Talbot published
Newcastle are in talks with a former Chelsea player and a Serie A winner over a possible return to the Premier League

Chelsea beat Manchester United to Crystal Palace and England star, with personal terms agreed: report
By Jacque Talbot published
Chelsea have agreed on personal terms with a highly-rated Premier League attacker in a bid to ensure they beat Liverpool and Manchester United to his signature
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