
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

Why ITV aren't showing adverts during World Cup hydration breaks
By Steven Chicken published
Broadcasters around the world are taking the opportunity to make an extra bit of sweet sweet ad revenue - but not ITV

Who is the referee for Ecuador vs Curacao?
By Steven Chicken published
The battle to join Germany in qualifying from Group E sees two sides who lost their opening game do battle

Who is the referee for United States vs Australia? The official is alleged to have accepted a €300 bribe and served a six month ban 20 years ago
By Steven Chicken published
Group D continues with both sides looking to build on winning starts to the World Cup

Why BBC and ITV refuse to air the World Cup final half-time show
By Steven Chicken published
Madonna, Shakira and BTS are headlining the mid-game extravaganza - but the UK broadcasters do not intend to show it

PSG and Morocco full-back Achraf Hakimi to stand trial on rape charges after appeal turned down
By Steven Chicken published
The Morocco captain has been unsuccessful in an appeal in the French appeal court

Christian Pulisic injury update as Mauricio Pochettino keeps Australia guessing with his plans for the forward
By Steven Chicken published
Will Christian Pulisic play today after shining against Paraguay in the USA's opening game but exiting at halftime

United States vs Australia prediction as clash of styles sets stage for intriguing encounter
By Steven Chicken published
Mauricio Pochettino's side will be looking to remain in winning ways on home soil, but Australia have shown how strong they can be

The greatest World Cup diving headers of all time
By Steven Chicken published
The diving header is a rare art, but they can be a thing of real beauty when they come off

Drama around Portugal World Cup squad as Cristiano Ronaldo criticism proves divisive
By Steven Chicken published
41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo was ineffective in his side's 1-1 draw with DR Congo, but some people have not wanted to hear that

Ismael Kone injury update as Qatar player Assim Madibo visits Canada midfielder following leg break
By Steven Chicken published
Canada midfielder Ismael Kone suffered an appalling injury during his side's 6-0 victory over Qatar

Lionel Messi's final World Cup squad: Every player selected for Argentina's 2026 title defence
By Martin Mazur, Steven Chicken, Isaac Stacey Stronge, Ewan Gennery, Matthew Ketchell last updated
Lionel Messi will play in his final FIFA World Cup this summer - here are the teammates hoping to win back-to-back titles

France vs Senegal prediction as old foes set for World Cup battle
By Steven Chicken published
A famous fixture from World Cup history will get a sequel as the 2022 runners-up take on Senegal

Who are the BBC pundits, commentators and presenters for France vs Senegal?
By Steven Chicken published
The BBC will bring UK viewers coverage of the first of Tuesday night's games as two old foes renew their acquaintance

World Cup day five highlights: Cape Verde humble Spain, water break frustration, work ahead for Marcelo Bielsa and groups shaping up nicely
By Steven Chicken published
One of the most memorable games of the whole World Cup took place on Monday, and there was plenty to talk about across the four games

Who are the BBC commentators, pundits and presenters for Iran vs New Zealand?
By Steven Chicken published
The first round of Group G games will be rounded off after Belgium's meeting with Egypt earlier in the evening

Who is the referee for Iran vs New Zealand?
By Steven Chicken published
Iran will jet in to the Los Angeles area for the evening as they tackle their first World Cup fixture against New Zealand

Spain vs Cape Verde prediction as European champions take on World Cup debutants
By Steven Chicken published
Much-fancied Spain will start off their World Cup campaign against Africa's surprise package

World Cup day four highlights: Underestimate Germany at your peril, dark horse emerges, late drama and Graham Potter's redemption story
By Steven Chicken published
The World Cup delivered its best day of action so far with plenty of entertainment across the four games

Sweden vs Tunisia prediction as Graham Potter and Sabri Lamouchi match wits at World Cup
By Steven Chicken published
Tunisia were one of a handful of sides who didn't concede at all in qualifying - but they are likely to have their

Are the Netherlands the best team never to win the World Cup?
By Steven Chicken published
The Dutch have a strong football pedigree, seven Ballon d'Or winners and a Euros title to their name... but have never got their hands on the game's biggest prize

Why do Japan wear blue? Samurai myth and an unlucky charm
By Steven Chicken published
Unlike many nations, the Japanese national football team do not wear colours that reflect the country's flag - why not?

Who is the referee for Ivory Coast vs Ecuador after Michael Oliver withdrawal?
By Steven Chicken published
The Group E clash was originally set to be officiated by Englishman Michael Oliver

'The pubs in Australia will be going full bore now' - Clinical and disciplined Socceroos impress in World Cup upset
By Steven Chicken published
A young Australian side stuck to their gameplan magnificently to claim a 2-0 victory over Turkiye
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