Steven Chicken

Steven Chicken

Steven Chicken has been working as a football writer since 2009, taking in stints with Football365 and the Huddersfield Examiner. Steven still covers Huddersfield Town home and away for his own publication, WeAreTerriers.com. Steven is a two-time nominee for Regional Journalist of the Year at the prestigious British Sports Journalism Awards, making the shortlist in 2020 and 2023.

Latest articles by Steven Chicken

A labrador had the best FPL gameweek 13 in the world

By Steven Chicken published

The world-beating dog wouldn't like Leeds but might feel an affinity for Wolves

I predict a riot: Serbia drawn to host Albania in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers for first time since infamous 2014 abandonment

By Steven Chicken published

Tensions between the two countries flared the last time they met, forcing the abandonment of the game

Is Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins injured? Premier League injury update

By Steven Chicken published

England international Ollie Watkins was forced off injured in the Champions League in midweek

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Is Arsenal defender Gabriel injured? Premier League injury update

By Steven Chicken published

Gabriel has missed Arsenal's past three games with a hamstring injury

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'William Saliba isn't in the three best centre-backs in the league - I like him, but at the moment, Gabriel is performing better than him and I would love Saliba to get more goals': former Arsenal captain issues challenge to defender

By Steven Chicken published

Arsenal centre-back William Saliba has won plaudits for his solid performances but still has a way to go, according to former Gunners defender William Gallas

'Manchester United held talks for forward who was absolutely on fire - he was a combination of Messi and Ronaldo rolled into one'

By Steven Chicken published

Chances to sign a Ballon d'Or winner don't come along every day, but Manchester United were serious in their efforts to sign this star

Arne Slot head coach of Liverpool during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Manchester City FC at Anfield on December 01, 2024 in Liverpool, England.

Liverpool star picks up thigh injury, with Reds hoping it doesn't affect plans next season

By Steven Chicken published

One Liverpool star is set for tests, with Arne Slot's future plans potentially affected by the issue

Huge majority back Mikel Arteta to win Arsenal the title

By Steven Chicken published

The Arsenal boss still retains a huge amount of confidence from fans despite their tricky start to the season

ILAN, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 23: FIFA FIFPro Men's World 11 Players of the Year (L-R) Alisson, Sergio Ramos, Marcelo Vieira, Lionel Messi, Frenkie de Jong, Eden Hazard, Kylian Mbappe, Luka Modric, Virgil van Dijk and Matthijs de Ligt pose for a photo during The Best FIFA Football Awards 2019 on September 23, 2019 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Emilio Andreoli/Getty Images)

You will never guess which 35-year-old Prem journeyman striker has been nominated in the FIFA Best Awards

By Steven Chicken published

Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane, Rodri... oh, and a West Brom hero, of course

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Arsenal favourite embroiled in New York 'knife drama'

By Steven Chicken published

An Arsenal star was caught up in a horrifying knife attack in New York City in which an unidentified former footballer was stabbed

Mikel Arteta

'It was good with Mikel Arteta at the start - after that, the confidence wasn’t really there': Big-money Arsenal flop admits to Arteta 'tension' and lack of support

By Steven Chicken published

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been accused of dropping the ball with a big-money signing

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Lionel Messi celebrates a late winner for Barcelona against Real Madrid in April 2017.

'I belong to Barcelona': Lionel Messi discusses hotly-anticipated return to Catalona

By Steven Chicken published

Lionel Messi scored 672 goals for Barcelona - and may not be finished just yet

The World Cup trophy is seen during rehearsal ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final Draw at Doha Exhibition Center on April 01, 2022 in Doha, Qatar.

When does World Cup 2026 qualifying begin?

By Steven Chicken last updated

The 2026 World Cup heads stateside for the first time since 1994

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Carlos Corberan Head Coach / Manager of West Bromwich Albion during a West Bromwich Albion Pre-Season Training Camp at St Georges Park on July 12, 2023 in Burton-upon-Trent, England. (Photo by Adam Fradgley/West Bromwich Albion FC via Getty Images)

Who is Carlos Corberan? Leicester City manager candidate in spotlight again after Steve Cooper dismissal

By Steven Chicken last updated

West Bromwich Albion and former Huddersfield Town gaffer Carlos Corberan is the favourite to replace Enzo Maresca at Leicester City

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Manchester City striker Erling Haaland

Erling Haaland named for unpaid fine, punishable with ridiculous prison sentence

By Steven Chicken published

Erling Haaland is struggling in front of goal right now - and may have to check his wallet, too

US CEO and owner of Olympique Lyonnais (OL) John Textor delivers a press conference at the Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu on May 9, 2023, the day after he decided to end the contract of OL's historic CEO Jean-Michel Aulas. Jean-Michel Aulas' departure was planned but it has been hastened. He has handed over the controls of Olympique Lyonnais to American businessman John Textor, a thunderous move in Lyon that marks the end of a historic era.

Premier League owner warned to sell up - to help struggling European giant

By Steven Chicken published

Olympique Lyon have been threatened with relegation to the second tier if owner John Textor doesn't back up promises he has made involving selling his shares in Crystal Palace

Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal looks on from the bench

Aaron Ramsdale on course to join unwanted Premier League club

By Steven Chicken published

Aaron Ramsdale has not had the luck in the past few seasons of his career

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Ruben Amorim looks on during Sporting CP's match against Vizela in January 2024.

Ruben Amorim urged to ditch one of Erik ten Hag's most trusted signings to make immediate Manchester United impact

By Steven Chicken published

New Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has been told to make changes to enable his own style to shine through

Jobe Bellingham of Sunderland celebrates after he scores the opening goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Sunderland AFC and Oxford United FC at Stadium of Light on October 26, 2024 in Sunderland, England.

How Sunderland have become so good - out of nowhere

By Steven Chicken published

Sunderland have the youngest side in the Championship, failed to impress last season, and did not significantly bolster their side in the summer... yet a Premier League return could be on the cards

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 29: (THE SUN OUT,THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT ) Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool and Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool with Mohamed Salah of Liverpool before the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Leeds United at Anfield on October 29, 2022 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

Virgil van Dijk to leave, Alisson too important to lose: Liverpool contract verdicts given

By Steven Chicken published

Liverpool's contract situation has been a major talking point for months with several big-name stars up for renewal

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola speaks to supporters on the day of his presentation as manager in July 2016.

Premier League look primed to defeat Manchester City in historic vote

By Steven Chicken published

The 20 Premier League clubs will vote after Manchester City took them to tribunal

'When I signed for Manchester City, people told me Pep will leave next year': Rodri discusses the longevity of Guardiola

By Steven Chicken published

Rodri has heard it all before when it comes to speculation around Pep Guardiola's future at Manchester City

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Bundesliga striker wants to become Mohamed Salah replacement at Liverpool

By Steven Chicken published

Mohamed Salah is out of contract at the end of the season, and at 33 it may be time to start thinking about a successor anyway

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Five things Ruben Amorim needs to address at Manchester United

By Steven Chicken published

New Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has a huge job on his hands both over the long term and in the immediate future

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Rodri responds in brutal fashion to Vinicius Jr snubbing Ballon d'Or ceremony

By Steven Chicken published

Real Madrid had a big old strop and refused to attend the Ballon d'Or after it shockingly emerged that Manchester City's Rodri is also very good at football

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