James Roberts
James Roberts is a freelance sports journalist working for FourFourTwo. He has spent the past three years as a sports sub-editor for various national newspapers and started his career at the Oxford Mail, where he covered Oxford United home and away.
Latest articles by James Roberts

How long did it take the Premier League's greatest managers to win five games in a row?
By James Roberts published
With one Manchester United fan refusing to cut his hair until Ruben Amorim's men win five games in a row, FourFourTwo looks at how long it took the greatest Premier League managers to tick off that particular milestone

PSG hit with enormous £52m legal penalty: report
By James Roberts published
PSG have been ordered to pay £52m by a French court following a long-running dispute with a former star

Manchester United star's brother aims dig at Ruben Amorim with controversial stunt
By James Roberts published
Manchester United's 4-4 draw with Bournemouth was not short on entertainment, but one of the biggest talking points had nothing to do with the action on the pitch

'Only one winner and it isn't him' Jamie Carragher's latest target warned over unexpected media outburst
By James Roberts published
Jamie Carragher didn't hold back when he spoke out on Mohamed Salah's row with Liverpool, and the Sky Sports pundit was similarly direct about the latest Premier League rift

'You've overdosed a gazillion times and you should be dead' EFL striker opens up on addiction battle
By James Roberts published
The veteran EFL forward has revealed how he developed an addiction to painkillers while recovering from injury

'If Liverpool won something and he didn't score, he would be disappointed...' Lost quotes from Jamie Carragher on Mohamed Salah
By James Roberts published
These exclusive quotes from Jamie Carragher on Mohamed Salah to FourFourTwo back in 2022 suggests there is more to his view of the Liverpool star than meets the eye

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's controversial cost-cutting laid bare in financial results as Manchester United undergo 'transformation'
By James Roberts published
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe introduced controversial cost-cutting measures after buying a stake in the club in 2024, and the results are already clear to see

This is how many points your team needs to qualify for the Champions League knockout stages
By James Roberts published
With just two games of the league phase remaining, the Champions League table is starting to take shape

Mohamed Salah and Arne Slot set for showdown talks that could decide Liverpool star's future: report
By James Roberts published
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah is set to meet boss Arne Slot to discuss his future following the pair's fallout

Why FIFA rule could ruin Liverpool star's season
By James Roberts published
One Liverpool star is stuck in limbo thanks to a FIFA rule that leaves their future in doubt

This is how you can apply for 2026 World Cup tickets today
By James Roberts published
Everything you need to know as the ballot for 2026 World Cup tickets opens today

When is the World Cup 2026 draw? Date, format, rules and fixture schedule
By James Roberts last updated
Here is everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 World Cup draw, as the qualified teams wait to find out their group-stage opponents

RANKED! Every player to have scored 100 goals in the Premier League
By James Roberts published
Erling Haaland has netted a century of goals in England's top flight, but who does he join in the Premier League 100 club?

Best football shin pads: Make sure you are properly protected on the pitch
By Subomi Kushanu last updated
We've ranked the very best football shin pads currently on the market - gathering them all right here in our comprehensive guide

Cole Palmer's hilarious reaction to Chelsea fans' pantomime villain boos at Stamford Bridge
By James Roberts published
Cole Palmer joined in the fun as Chelsea fans booed a pantomime villain during last weekend's draw with Arsenal

Is Arsenal's William Saliba injured? Premier League injury update
By James Roberts last updated
The Arsenal defender missed the Gunners' trip to Chelsea last weekend, but will he be fit to face Brentford on Wednesday?

Best grip socks for football: Improve your game with enhanced traction, lockdown and comfort
By Andrew Lockhart last updated
Buying guide The best grip socks for football will ensure blisters don't occur, your changes of direction on the pitch are more responsive and you'll have better confidence in those game-changing actions

Best grip socks for soccer: Improve your game with enhanced traction, lockdown and comfort
By Andrew Lockhart last updated
Buying guide The best grip socks for soccer will ensure blisters don't occur, your changes of direction on the field are more responsive and you'll have better confidence in those game-changing actions

Best soccer cleats for speed: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas, Puma, New Balance and Mizuno
By Andrew Lockhart last updated
Buying guide The best soccer cleats for speed will ensure quick players can burn past their opponents

Best soccer cleats for defenders: The latest ranges designed for defensive-minded players from Nike, Adidas and Mizuno
By Lolade Jinadu last updated
Buying guide The best soccer cleats for defenders available on the market right now, featuring all of the biggest brands

Best soccer cleats for comfort: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas, New Balance and Mizuno
By Andrew Lockhart last updated
Buying guide The best soccer cleats for comfort will help keep those agonizing blisters away at all times

Best football boots for defenders: The latest ranges designed for defensive-minded players from Nike, Adidas and Mizuno
By Lolade Jinadu last updated
The best football boots for defenders available on the market right now, featuring all of the biggest brands

Best football boots for speed: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas, Puma, New Balance and Mizuno
By Andrew Lockhart last updated
Buying guide The best football boots for speed will ensure quick players can burn past their opponents
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