Ryan Dabbs

Ryan Dabbs

Staff writer

Ryan is a staff writer for FourFourTwo, joining the team full-time in October 2022. He first joined Future in December 2020, working across FourFourTwo, Golf Monthly, Rugby World and Advnture's websites, before eventually earning himself a position with FourFourTwo permanently. After graduating from Cardiff University with a degree in Journalism and Communications, Ryan earned a NCTJ qualification to further develop as a writer while a Trainee News Writer at Future. 

Latest articles by Ryan Dabbs

4 July 1990 - West Germany v England - FIFA World Cup Semi-Final - Stadio delle Alpi - The West Germany team before the match. (Back Row L-R: Thomas Berthold, Bodo Illgner, Jurgen Kohler, Rudi Voller, Guido Buchwald, Klaus Augenthaler. Front Row L-R: Olaf Thon, Thomas Hassler, Andreas Brehme, Jurgen Klinsmann, Lothar Matthaus.) - (Photo by Mark Leech/Offside/Getty Images)

‘I’d never taken a penalty before the Italia 90 semi-final against England, but Peter Shilton was in goal and wasn’t the quickest – it was quite easy to score’: West Germany hero reflects on beating Three Lions in World Cup clash

By Ryan Dabbs published

EXCLUSIVE West Germany defeated England on penalties at the 1990 World Cup, with one player taking his first ever spot-kick in the shootout

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LONDON, ENGLAND - February 25: Chelsea Team Group (br) Michael Ballack, Petr Cech, John Terry, Nicolas Anelka, Alex, John Obi Mikel, Frank Lampard, (fr) Didier Drogba, Ashley Cole, Jose Bosingwa, Salomon Kalou before the UEFA Champions League Round Of 16 match between Chelsea and Juventus at Stamford Bridge on February 25, 2009 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Sellers/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images)

'There were real, proper fights during training - Andriy Shevchenko knocked out Tal Ben Haim properly, Michael Ballack had a fight with Salomon Kalou and I went at it with Florent Malouda': Ex-Chelsea star recalls training ground scraps with team-mates

By Ryan Dabbs published

Chelsea players were always fighting in training, apparently...

Person
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim looks on from the touchline during the Premier League match against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground in Nottingham, England on 1 April, 2025.

Manchester United move for Premier League star 'accepted' after already agreeing personal terms: report

By Ryan Dabbs published

Manchester United might have already completed their first signing of the summer transfer window

LEIPZIG, GERMANY - OCTOBER 23: Standing: (L-R) Caoimhin Kelleher of Liverpool, Ibrahima Konate of Liverpool, Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool, Ryan Gravenberch of Liverpool, Cody Gakpo of Liverpool, Dominik Szoboszlai of Liverpool, Alexis Mac Allister of Liverpool, Darwin Nunez of Liverpool, Kostas Tsimikas of Liverpool, Trent Alexander Arnold of Liverpool, Mohamed Salah of Liverpool during the UEFA Champions League match between RB Leipzig v Liverpool at the Red Bull Arena on October 23, 2024 in Leipzig Germany (Photo by Rico Brouwer/Soccrates/Getty Images)

Liverpool star's agent 'would love' for him to join Real Madrid, but concedes move is now 'impossible'

By Ryan Dabbs published

One Liverpool player has seen his agent posturing for a move to Real Madrid...

Transfer
Arsenal target Nico Williams

Arsenal report: Nico Williams close to astonishing 'life-long contract'

By Ryan Dabbs published

Arsenal are keen on bringing Nico Williams to the Emirates, with the Spaniard close to committing his future

Gary Neville during a Sky Sports broadcast, February 2024

'If we’re constantly served up this crap, it isn't right - the game can’t be evolving in the right way:' Gary Neville concerned with the future of Premier League football

By Ryan Dabbs published

Gary Neville has criticised the way football in the Premier League is evolving

Sir Alex Ferguson makes a point to his players in a game against Liverpool at Anfield in March 2007.

'I thought I was retiring. I played the last 15 games and felt pretty good. I was in the office and David Gill rang me and said that Sir Alex Ferguson wanted me to stay next year': Manchester United legend reveals being persuaded to continue playing

By Ryan Dabbs published

Manchester United players were told to reconsider retirement by Sir Alex Ferguson

Person
Jameson and Puma collaboration for EFL

Puma partner with Jameson to release stunning limited edition collection, including the boldest Puma King ever

By Ryan Dabbs published

Puma and Jameson have released a collection that includes a striking new Puma King

Products & Kit
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 22: Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF reacts during the MLS match between Inter Miami CF and New York City FC at Chase Stadium on February 22, 2025 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)

Lionel Messi set to welcome Premier League superstar at Inter Miami: report

By Ryan Dabbs published

Lionel Messi could find himself being helped by even more talent at Inter Miami

Player
Free-kicks ranked

Ranked! The 20 best free kicks of all time

By Ben Marsden published

Ranked! The best free kicks of all time, from long range screamers to exquisite curlers

Ranked!
GENOA, ITALY - APRIL 04: Patrick Vieira, Head Coach of Genoa looks on prior to the Serie A match between Genoa and Udinese at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on April 04, 2025 in Genoa, Italy. (Photo by Simone Arveda/Getty Images) Mario Balotelli

'Around here they deserve the rebellious 16-year-old Mario. Maybe that way they would understand what it means to truly lack respect': Balotelli makes threat to his manager Patrick Vieira

By Ryan Dabbs published

Mario Balotelli has issued Patrick Vieira with a threat

BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 05: Gavi of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal with Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Real Betis Balompie at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 05, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Judit Cartiel/Getty Images)

A lot of people think I don’t know how to play football, and they don’t have a fu**ing clue. I know what I’m capable of, and I know my mentality - I’m very happy': Barcelona star hits back bullishly at criticism

By Ryan Dabbs published

One Barcelona star isn't happy with the way he is being treated

Enzo Maresca could be preparing to say goodbye to one forward this month

Chelsea to get rid of £141m duo as Enzo Maresca lays down law at Stamford Bridge: report

By Ryan Dabbs published

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has started making plans for next season

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, 2008

'Manchester United came in for me when I was 20, but I opted for Crystal Palace. They got into financial difficulty but no regrets': Ex-Premier League striker reveals decision to turn down Sir Alex Ferguson as a teenager

By Ryan Dabbs published

Manchester United failed to sign a former Premier League striker, who preferred to move to Crystal Palace

The best football boots for narrow feet the best soccer cleats for narrow feet

Best football boots for narrow feet: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas, Puma and more

By Subomi Kushanu published

The best football boots for narrow feet, from the biggest and most-trusted brands

Arsenal's Belgian midfielder #19 Leandro Trossard (2L) celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal of the English Premier League football match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park in Liverpool, north west England on April 5, 2025. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Why Premier League sides will want Arsenal to beat Real Madrid in the Champions League

By Ryan Dabbs published

Arsenal could give the Premier League a huge boost if they win against Real Madrid in the Champions League

ISTANBUL, TURKEY - APRIL 2: Head coach Jose Mourinho of Fenerbahce looks on during the Turkish Super League match between Fenerbahce and Galatasaray at Ulker Sukru Saracoglu Stadium on April 2, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Jose Mourinho being lined up for shock high-profile managerial job: report

By Ryan Dabbs published

Jose Mourinho is wanted for one of the biggest jobs in world football, after a controversial season in Turkey

Coaches & Managers
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk is out of contract in the summer

Liverpool want South American star to replace Virgil van Dijk: report

By Ryan Dabbs published

Liverpool could make a significant move in the transfer market if Virgil van Dijk does decide to leave the club

Kylian Mbappe salutes the fans on his presentation as a Real Madrid player in July 2024.

'I became a Real Madrid fan because of Zidane. Then Cristiano came…. He’s my other big idol. I watched all matches as a kid, and even as a player!' Kylian Mbappe reveals the two players that endeared him to Los Blancos as a youngster

By Ryan Dabbs published

Kylian Mbappe grew up supporting Real Madrid thanks to Zinedine Zidane and later Cristiano Ronaldo

Carlo Ancelotti, Head Coach of Real Madrid, looks on during the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg match between Manchester City FC and Real Madrid at Etihad Stadium on May 17, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Real Madrid star could complete lucrative Middle East move against Carlo Ancelotti's wishes: report

By Ryan Dabbs published

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has relied on a key player this season, but faces loses them in the summer

(L-R) Pedro Rodriguez of FC Barcelona, Jeremy Mathieu of FC Barcelona, Munir El Haddadi of FC Barcelona, Douglas of FC Barcelona, Javier Mascherano of FC Barcelona, Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona, Adriano of FC Barcelona with Champions League trophy during the UEFA Champions League final match between Barcelona and Juventus on June 6, 2015 at the Olympic stadium in Berlin, Germany.(Photo by VI Images via Getty Images)

Lionel Messi's former Barcelona team-mate now works in a sports shop, 10 years after lifting the Champions League

By Ryan Dabbs published

Lionel Messi helped one Barcelona player win the Champions League in 2015, but they now work in a sports shop

Player
9 Aug 1997: Karl-Heinz Riedle of Liverpool jumps above Dean Blackwell of Wimbledon during the FA Carling Premiership match at Selhurst Park in London, England. The match was drawn 1-1. \ Mandatory Credit: Shaun Botterill /Allsport

‘It was an incredible experience to go to Liverpool. I sang a Bavarian song for my initiation but it didn’t last long – after 30 seconds I got beer over my head’: German star reveals unruly welcome at Anfield from his team-mates

By Ryan Dabbs published

EXCLUSIVE Liverpool players didn't enjoy one German players' initiation song...

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CHOFU, JAPAN - DECEMBER 15: Andres Iniesta of Barcelona looks on with Xavi after the Andres Iniesta Testimonial 'El Clasico' In Tokyo at Ajinomoto Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Chofu, Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Masashi Hara/Getty Images)

‘Many people expect me to coach Barca one day, but I’m not thinking about it. Hopefully one day I’ll return – Guardiola, Xavi and then me? Sounds good’: Andres Iniesta discusses potentially becoming Barcelona manager

By Ryan Dabbs published

EXCLUSIVE Andres Iniesta is a Barcelona legend who could potentially follow in the footsteps of other Blaugrana academy products

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BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 24: Fernando Torres (L) of Chelsea passes by goalkeeper Victor Valdes of Barcelona to score the equalizing goal during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final second leg match between FC Barcelona and Chelsea FC at the Camp Nou stadium on April 24, 2012 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Jasper Juinen/Getty Images)

‘It was basically impossible to play against Pep’s Barcelona. When Fernando killed the game off at the end, I knew that something divine had taken place’: Ex-Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo recalls iconic 2012 Champions League semi-final win

By Ryan Dabbs published

EXCLUSIVE Chelsea were helped out by a higher power against Barcelona in 2012, according to Roberto Di Matteo

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05/05/73 SCOTTISH CUP FINAL.CELTIC v RANGERS (2-3).HAMPDEN - GLASGOW.Alfie Conn (left) is kept in check by Celtic's Davie Hay (10) and George Connelly. (Photo by SNS Group via Getty Images)

'It was agreed that I’d join Manchester United. So, imagine my surprise when I got off my flight south and heard a Cockney voice saying, "Welcome to Tottenham"': Rangers legend recalls transfer misunderstanding in signing for Spurs

By Ryan Dabbs published

EXCLUSIVE Rangers legend Alfie Conn thought he was signing for Manchester United when he boarded a plane, but ended up penning a deal with Tottenham

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