James Roberts
James Roberts is a freelance sports journalist working for FourFourTwo and other titles. He started his career at the Oxford Mail, where he covered Oxford United home and away, before becoming a sports sub-editor for various national newspapers.
Latest articles by James Roberts

Three EFL fairy tales set to be written this month - and none of them involve Wrexham
By James Roberts published
The end of the EFL season is fast approaching and there are several feel-good stories to look out for in the coming weeks

Ballon d'Or 2026 power rankings: The latest front-runners to lift football's most prestigious individual prize
By George Nash last updated
The Ballon d'Or 2026 power rankings are hotting up and there is a new favourite to win the award

Here are some of the incredible records Harry Kane has broken this season - with more milestones to follow
By James Roberts last updated
Harry Kane has already sent records tumbling in 2025/26 and there could be plenty more to come

Newcastle United sell St James' Park as stadium uncertainty continues
By James Roberts published
Newcastle United have sold their historic St James' Park home as speculation over the club's plans to build a new stadium continues

Five England players who face last chance to impress Thomas Tuchel tonight
By James Roberts published
England face Japan at Wembley in their final friendly before Thomas Tuchel announces his 2026 World Cup squad

Northern Ireland manager's dual role sparks row in Championship relegation fight
By James Roberts published
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill is coming under fire from Championship clubs ahead of tonight's friendly with Wales

What were Roberto De Zerbi's first seven games at other clubs like?
By James Roberts published
Roberto De Zerbi is set to be appointed Spurs manager with the club just one point above the Premier League relegation zone

'Difficult to refuse' Chelsea star joins team-mate in casting doubt over Stamford Bridge future
By James Roberts published
Chelsea are in a poor run of form and two of their stars have cast doubt over their futures at Stamford Bridge

How to get last-minute World Cup tickets as FIFA reveal new 'first-come, first-served' policy
By James Roberts published
The 2026 World Cup is less than three months away - here's how you can get last-minute tickets

Batistuta: 'Maradona died like a dog - we didn't protect him'
By James Roberts published
Gabriel Batistuta explains why Diego Maradona 'loved him' - and why he has regrets over the latter years of the Argentina icon's life

Everton may be banned from Europa League next season due to UEFA ownership rules: report
By James Roberts published
One Premier League team could fall foul of multi-club ownership rules if they qualify for Europe next season

Meet the EFL club standing in the way of Italy's World Cup hopes
By James Roberts published
Italy face Northern Ireland in the World Cup play-off semi-final tonight and one EFL club could have a major impact on the result

Premier League clubs consider joint legal action over Chelsea 'secret payments' ruling: report
By James Roberts published
Chelsea were punished for making 'secret payments' to agents but fellow Premier League clubs believe the sanction was too lenient

Tottenham Hotspur have gentleman's agreement to sell star player to Real Madrid or Barcelona: report
By James Roberts published
Tottenham Hotspur look set to lose one of their stars this summer and the LaLiga giants are reportedly first in line to sign him

How do the 2026 World Cup play-offs work? Dates, venues and format
By Steven Chicken last updated
The 2026 World Cup qualifiers start tonight and there are still another six places up for grabs

Manchester United manager contender offers definitive answer on future
By James Roberts published
Manchester United's manager hunt is gathering pace and one leading contender has given an update on his future

Dominik Szoboszlai is wrong - Liverpool fans aren't responsible for season slump
By James Roberts published
OPINION Dominik Szoboszlai pressed the nuclear button by criticising Liverpool fans for leaving early against Tottenham Hotspur

How Dele Alli used to 'dominate' Tottenham Hotspur running drills according to former teammate
By James Roberts published
Kyle Walker lifts the lid on Mauricio Pochettino's training methods at Tottenham Hotspur...and why it was very different at Manchester City

Arsenal midfielder 'doesn't have a future' with the club, despite contract talk: report
By James Roberts published
The Arsenal midfielder has had a productive season but could leave the Emirates Stadium this summer

'My kids couldn’t come to the game because of the level of abuse' Russell Martin breaks silence on toxic Rangers spell
By James Roberts published
Russell Martin lasted just 17 games as Rangers manager and the former Southampton boss has now opened up on his spell at Ibrox

What Manchester City's 60-point deduction would mean for the Premier League
By James Roberts published
Manchester City's Financial Fair Play case is still awaiting a verdict, with one expert warning a 60-point deduction is 'logical'

When is the Champions League last 16 draw? Fixture details, dates and next round opponents revealed
By James Roberts published
The Champions League last 16 draw is almost here - this is everything you need to know

Tottenham Hotspur stand to lose hundreds of millions in worst-case scenario at end of the season: report
By James Roberts last updated
Tottenham Hotspur are in danger of relegation from the Premier League - and the financial cost would be enormous
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