Ryan Dabbs
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
‘Joining Manchester United on loan reminded me what I’m capable of – it gave me the confidence to step away, go somewhere and achieve something’: England international reveals how Old Trafford move resurrected his career
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Manchester United are in a state of flux at the moment, but for one England international the club came along at the perfect moment for him
'There was talk of a £4 million move to Arsenal, making me the most expensive player signed by an English club, but I said, "Boss, I’m happy here"': Coventry City cult hero reveals whyhe rejected record move to the Gunners in 1993
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Arsenal would prove a dream move for many players during their careers, but one Premier League cult hero decided against a record move 30 years ago
‘My first El Clasico goal was obviously from a free-kick – it was a turning point for the goalkeeper’s career, as Van Gaal didn’t pick him any more after that’: Real Madrid legend reminisces on ending Barcelona star's time in Catalonia
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Real Madrid and Barcelona have the ability to truly affect each other's fates as football clubs - and so it proved, in February 2000
‘It was a real surprise when he rocked up in the second tier at Swindon – he was light-years ahead of others and we were in awe of his technical ability’: Former Robins midfielder reveals what it was REALLY like playing alongside Glenn Hoddle
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Glenn Hoddle shocked English football when he joined Swindon in the second tier - and he quickly dominated the division with his ability
‘I’ve always said I’d like to play for England again – I hope my performances in Europe show I could be a part of it, despite not playing in the Premier League’: Nine-cap international targeting Three Lions return
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An England return is the target for one forgotten Three Lions international
'Newcastle’s players didn’t see Keegan’s meltdown as negative. He wore his heart on his sleeve and couldn’t hide that – we absolutely loved him for it': Former Magpie discusses infamous 1996 "I would love it" rant
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Newcastle were just two games away from the Premier League title when Keegan delivered his impassioned speech live on TV
Saudi Arabia targeting ownership of ANOTHER Premier League club - with elite duo named for takeover
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Two Premier League sides could have new owners in the near future, as Saudi Arabia plan another acquisition
Jose Mourinho still hopeful of adding another Premier League title to trophy collection, as he faces Manchester United reunion
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Jose Mourinho is gearing up to face Manchester United on Thursday night, and has been speaking of his desire to win the Premier League again
'Discipline is not a problem for Arsenal': Ian Wright makes bold claim, as Gary Neville hits back with shocking red card stat
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Arsenal have received three red cards in just eight Premier League games, adding to an already high tally since Arteta took charge
Arsenal star Leandro Trossard compared to club legend for one very specific quirk
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Arsenal saw off Shakhtar Donetsk on Tuesday, and Leandro Trossard earned comparisons to a club legend
Ridiculous season finish sees European side go INVINCIBLE after conceding zero goals - but they still didn't win the league title
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A women's team in Sweden managed to go a full season without losing a single game or conceding a single goal, but they didn't lift the title
'I blame myself, I blame Sir Alex Ferguson': Manchester United legend blames himself and former manager for 'chaos' currently at Old Trafford
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Manchester United are currently in a huge malaise - and one former star has blamed himself and Sir Alex Ferguson for the situation
Tottenham wonderkid to leave after just starting just three games this season: report
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Tottenham are set to let a high-profile youngster leave
Ligue 1 manager brutally sacked on LIVE TV, as owner issues stark warning to playing squad
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Ligue 1 side Montpellier announced the sacking of their manager just minutes after a heavy home defeat
'What the future will bring I have no idea': Liverpool superstar reluctant to share details about contract negotiations
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Liverpool face a race against time to renew the contracts of three superstars at the club
Chelsea wonderkid breaks long-standing Neymar record, in hugely promising signs for Blues
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Chelsea look to have a world-beater on their hands after flying past Neymar's record
Tottenham chasing exciting youngster dubbed the 'next Bukayo Saka': report
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Tottenham are looking to sign emerging talent, and one has earned comparisons with Bukayo Saka from rivals Arsenal
‘Over the years, people have been more sympathetic about the time I went to prison. We’ve all done stupid things in our lives. I’m not that guy any more’: Premier League hardman on being arrested for headbutting opponent
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One Premier League hardman has changed their image since retiring, after being arrested for a headbutt
‘Berlusconi sent his helicopter twice to impress me. It took longer to drive to the airport than to go to his villa, but he loved doing things to surprise you’: How AC Milan eventually completed world record transfer for Italian star in 1992
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EXCLUSIVE AC Milan were Europe's pre-eminent force at the beginning of the 1990s, but when one Italian star refused to join the Rossoneri, Silvio Berlusconi attempted everything in his power to convince him
‘I got six reports on Dele Alli over a two-year period; Spurs should have reacted after my first two. At one stage they could sold him for over £80m’: Ex-Tottenham chief reveals secrets behind Dele transfer in 2015
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EXCLUSIVE Tottenham were almost beaten to the signing of Dele in 2015, then missed out on selling him for £80m a few years later
‘Early on, Shearer was quite rightly the main man, but being backup really grinded on me as the years wore on – I hated the role’: Newcastle United cult hero reveals annoyance at never being considered good enough for No.9 role at St. James' Park
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Newcastle United were blessed with Alan Shearer's goals in the 1990s and 2000s, but one former Magpie believes they still deserved more than secondary status at the club
‘Guys like Carlo Ancelotti don’t keep people on the staff if you’re not decent – every time a manager left, I thought I was gone, but I knew I was good at my job’: Everton legend on surviving seven managers at Goodison Park before eventually 'having to leave'
By Ryan Dabbs published
Everton appointed Carlo Ancelotti in 2019 to great surprise, and one club legend received a huge endorsement from the Italian by rem
‘If I knew at the time what I know now, I wouldn’t have forced a move away from Newcastle – I was a kid who didn’t know what was right from wrong’: Ex-Magpies defender reflects on 'stressful period' after winning Player of the Season award
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EXCLUSIVE Newcastle United were looking to rebuild in the Championship in 2009 - but one of the previous season's stars didn't want to be a part of it
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