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Vancouver: everything you need to know about the World Cup 2026 host city
Canada is co-hosting the tournament for the first time this summer, with their national team playing two of their three group games in Vancouver, and potentially even a last 32 knockout game if things go well…
England World Cup 2026 squad: Thomas Tuchel's latest squad for frustrating March internationals
Thomas Tuchel's England World Cup 2026 squad is shaping up, as the Three Lions prepare for North America
“Watching football has taken on a whole new level of emotion for me, Jarrod Bowen needs to get on that plane to the World Cup – I tell you” Actor Danny Dyer makes impassioned plea for son-in-law to make Thomas Tuchel’s 2026 World Cup squad
EXCLUSIVE The prominent actor and presenter didn't hold back when speaking exclusively to FourFourTwo
Dan Burn reflects on Newcastle’s cup final victory one year on, in exclusive chat with FFT
EXCLUSIVE The boy from Blyth's header set his boyhood club on their way to a first domestic trophy in 70 years
Michael Carrick 'not proud' of unique St. James' Park moment ahead of Newcastle return
The Manchester United manager returned home this month to the scene of his full Premier League debut and the place where he first fell in love with the game
‘I felt I had a connection with Sunderland fans the moment I drove up here – even though the streets around Roker Park looked like Coronation Street!’ Kevin Phillips admits his move to the North East in 1997 was the best decision of his career
EXCLUSIVE FourFourTwo spoke exclusively to Kevin Phillips at a LiveScore fan event ahead of Sunderland’s home game against Liverpool
'The 2026 World Cup is a once-in-a-lifetime chance for me. I either play at this one or never. I’ve got to try and manifest it' Dan Burn is hoping to add an incredible chapter to his fairy tale career
EXCLUSIVE Scoring at Wembley, winning a trophy, breaking into the England squad, Dan Burn's scriptwriter had a field day in 2025, but there could be one more incredible chapter to write in 2026
'I got more working four days a month at ASDA than I did when I first signed for Darlington!' Dan Burn reveals the exact wage drop he took when he eventually became a professional footballer
EXCLUSIVE It's been a big 12 months for big Dan, but he came from small beginnings and hasn't forgotten the sacrifices he made (not least the financial ones)
'I’ve always hated Liverpool since the 1990s, when you saw Kevin Keegan with his head slumped behind the boards at Anfield' Dan Burn on the Newcastle United revenge 29 years in the making
Newcastle United's Carabao Cup triumph over Liverpool this year was extra special for boyhood fan and opening goalscorer Dan Burn
‘Alan Shearer made a joke about my terrible performance – I was still like, “F**king hell, that’s Alan saying my name!’” Dan Burn recalls being picked out by the Newcastle legend
EXCLUSIVE The commanding centre-back quickly found out that his Magpies icon doesn’t mess his words…
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‘This is what I've dreamt of since I was a little boy, hopefully I can keep pushing on’ Lewis Miley could be the man Newcastle United’s midfield needs to sink Sunderland and turn the team’s disappointing draws into season-defining wins
The youngster has made a serious case to start the Wear-Tyne derby this weekend with two goals and four strong appearances in the last two weeks
Best soccer shin guards: Make sure you are properly protected on the field
Buying guide We've ranked the very best soccer shin guards currently on the market - you can find our picks here in this comprehensive guide below
Best football shin pads: Make sure you are properly protected on the pitch
We've ranked the very best football shin pads currently on the market - gathering them all right here in our comprehensive guide
Best grip socks for football: Improve your game with enhanced traction, lockdown and comfort
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
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 strikers: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas and more
Buying guide The best soccer cleats for strikers, as worn by the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland
Best soccer cleats for comfort: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas, New Balance and Mizuno
Buying guide The best soccer cleats for comfort will help keep those agonizing blisters away at all times
Best soccer cleats for artificial turf: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas, Puma and more
Buying guide If you're looking for the best soccer cleats for artificial turf, look no further - we've compiled an astro-nomical guide
Best soccer cleats for flat feet: The latest ranges from Adidas, New Balance, Mizuno and more
Buying guide The best soccer cleats for flat feet, from the biggest and most-trusted brands
Best soccer cleats for wide feet: The latest ranges from Adidas, New Balance and Puma
Buying guide The best soccer cleats for wide feet, from the biggest and most-trusted brands
Best football boots for flat feet: The latest ranges from Adidas, New Balance, Mizuno and more
The best football boots for flat feet, from the biggest and most-trusted brands
Best football boots for astro turf: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas, Puma and more
Buying guide If you're looking for the best football boots for astro turf kickabouts, look no further - we've compiled an astro-nomical guide
