Ryan Dabbs

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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

Steve McManaman in action for Liverpool, January 1995

'I fell on the floor and shouted for a penalty. Someone pulled me up and said, "Don’t cheat to win penalties". It was Steve McManaman. I never did it again!' Ex-Liverpool forward reveals harsh lesson he learnt from his team-mate on Reds debut

By Ryan Dabbs Published 30 March 25

EXCLUSIVE One Liverpool signing learnt from team-mate Steve McManaman that cheating wasn't tolerated in the Premier League

EXCLUSIVE

MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND - August 28: Ray Parlour of Middlesbrough shouting during the Premier League match between Middlesbrough and Crystal Palace at Riverside Stadium on August 28, 2004 in Middlesbrough, England. (Photo by Stewart Kendall/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images)

'The fans were very genuine. I find northern people a lot better than southern people because you know where you stand. Everyone was the same level. Playing football doesn’t mean I’m bigger than you': Ray Parlour reveals love for Middlesbrough spell

By Ryan Dabbs Published 30 March 25

EXCLUSIVE Ray Parlour enjoyed his time at Middlesbrough between 2004 and 2007, noting the "genuine" people as a highlight

EXCLUSIVE

UNSPECIFIED: 1988 Frank Rijkaard, Marco Van Basten and Ruud Gullit of AC Milan pose for photo after training session, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images) Real Madrid

‘To beat that team, with Frank Rijkaard, Marco van Basten and Ruud Gullit, was almost impossible - it was one of the greatest games of my coaching career': Ex-Real Madrid manager reflects on beating stacked AC Milan side in 1989

By Ryan Dabbs Published 30 March 25

EXCLUSIVE Real Madrid beat AC Milan in 1989 in what the winning manager claims is the best of his coaching career

EXCLUSIVE

‘I’d train at Arsenal all week, go up on Friday, train with the lads, play Saturday and then go back to London – they had great fans and I was like a messiah’: Ray Parlour reflects on Hull City spell fondly

By Ryan Dabbs Published 30 March 25

EXCLUSIVE Arsenal kept Ray Parlour fit during the week as he starred for Hull City in the Championship during the 2006/07 season

EXCLUSIVE

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 21: Phil Foden of England reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifier between England and Albania at Wembley Stadium on March 21, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Eddie Keogh - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)

'When I see Phil Foden play, he just seems like a shy lad - that holds him back a little bit. He has been tried in every position, but he just hasn’t performed': Ex-England star makes bold claim about Manchester City man

By Ryan Dabbs Published 27 March 25

Phil Foden has scored just four goals during his entire England career and doesn't deserve a spot in the starting XI anymore, according to a former Three Lions star

Team

Arne Slot and Mikel Arteta could both do with improving their respective attacks this summer

Arsenal to make bold move for Liverpool star with uncertain Anfield future: report

By Ryan Dabbs Published 27 March 25

Arsenal are hoping to take advantage of a precarious situation unfolding at Liverpool

Transfer

LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - MAY 18: Jose Mourinho, Head Coach of AS Roma, celebrates after the UEFA Europa League semi-final second leg match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and AS Roma at BayArena on May 18, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Jose Mourinho planning Premier League raid for superstar: report

By Ryan Dabbs Published 27 March 25

Jose Mourinho hasn't managed in the Premier League since leaving Tottenham in 2021, but he's still got his eyes on a key transfer target

Coaches & Managers

Alan Shearer celebrates one of his five goals for Newcastle United against Sheffield Wednesday in September 1999.

'My Premier League record won't last forever. It will go one day and when it does go, and if it's to Harry, he knows I'd be the first to congratulate him and shake his hand': Alan Shearer magnanimous when discussing biggest threat to goalscoring record

By Ryan Dabbs Published 27 March 25

Alan Shearer has been the top goalscorer in Premier League history for over 30 years, but he would be happy for Harry Kane if he does overtake him

Person

Newcastle United's Dan Burn battles with Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Newcastle United at Anfield in Liverpool, England, on February 26, 2025.

I watch every football game on this TV - and it's been discounted by £210 in the Amazon Spring Deal Days

By Ryan Dabbs Published 26 March 25

There's no better time to upgrade your TV ahead of the final months of the football season than with the Amazon Spring Deal Days

Competition

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is expected to sanction plenty of sales this summer

'I was brainwashed by Guardiola, but in a good way. It was like I was at university': Ex-Manchester City star reveals genius of Pep

By Ryan Dabbs Published 26 March 25

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola provides an education unlike no other for his players

Coaches & Managers

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 23: (THE SUN OUT, THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT) Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool looks on during the Premier League match between Manchester City FC and Liverpool FC at Etihad Stadium on February 23, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

Why Trent Alexander-Arnold won't be allowed to wear No.66 at Real Madrid as transfer edges closer

By Ryan Dabbs Published 25 March 25

Trent Alexander-Arnold will have to move away from the iconic No.66 he has worn his entire Liverpool career

Competition

Dejan Kulusevski celebrates after scoring for Tottenham against Ipswich Town in February 2025.

Tottenham chasing Premier League star to help unlock Dejan Kulusevski: report

By Ryan Dabbs Published 25 March 25

Tottenham are looking to provide Dejan Kulusevski with more support next season

Transfer

Manchester United rejected offer of FREE 80,000-seater stadium in 2002 that would have saved them £2bn: report

By Ryan Dabbs Published 25 March 25

Manchester United preferred to keep playing at Old Trafford rather than move stadiums for free - a mistake that is now costing them £2bn

Team

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: General view inside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

King Henry VIII blocking Chelsea from expanding Stamford Bridge

By Ryan Dabbs Published 25 March 25

Chelsea are unable to redevelop Stamford Bridge due to King Henry VIII...

Team

MUNICH, GERMANY - MARCH 08: Harry Kane of Bayern Munich reacts during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and VfL Bochum 1848 at the Allianz Arena on March 08, 2025 in Munich, Germany. FC Bayern will wear a special anniversary collection kit to mark the club’s 125th anniversary. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images) Liverpool striker

Liverpool 'at the front of the line' to bring Harry Kane back to the Premier League: report

By Ryan Dabbs Published 25 March 25

Liverpool could have Harry Kane leading the line for them next season

Transfer

England team hold a training session at their training ground in Pula, Sardinia ahead of their World Cup Group F opening fixture against Republic of Ireland. Picture: England players Paul Gascoigne and John Barnes. 28th May 1990 (Photo by Staff/Mirrorpix via Getty Images)

WATCH: Gazza attempts World in Motion rap made famous by John Barnes

By Ryan Dabbs Published 21 March 25

Gazza was unsuccessful with his attempt at the World in Motion rap, but it's now been released...

Coaches & Managers