
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

'His death was a disaster for everyone who knew him - and for the club' Claudio Ranieri mourns Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha ten years after Leicester title triumph
By Steven Chicken published
Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha was Leicester City owner for their 2016 Premier League title-winning season but tragically died two years later

'Doing a Leeds, only stupider': How Leicester City blundered their way into League One
By Steven Chicken published
Leicester City have made a series of losing gambles and dreadful decisions to go from Champions League contenders to League One in just five years

Is Joao Pedro injured this weekend? Injury latest on Chelsea man ahead of Leeds United semi-final
By Steven Chicken published
Joao Pedro has missed Chelsea's past two games with a thigh injury

When Leicester players made pizza: Claudio Ranieri on the evening that inspired remarkable Premier League title win
By Steven Chicken published
Leicester City pulled off the most audacious title victory in English football history in 2016

Gary Neville: Chelsea's managerial turnover is a reflection on the club's ownership
By Steven Chicken published
Chelsea are now looking for their sixth permanent manager in just four years

Ranked! The 10 best French players ever
By Mark White last updated
Zut alors! Presenting the 10 best French players ever, including Gallic geniuses, goal machines and skill merchants alike

Mikel Arteta has more than the title on the line against Manchester City: he has his entire Arsenal legacy
By Steven Chicken published
Arsenal head to Manchester City with their lead at the top of the Premier League in the balance. Can the manager afford another 'almost' season?

'If I come across Kevin Blackwell, I might end up giving him a right hook. He was a c**k. How on earth one of us didn't actually knock him out is beyond me, given the way he treated us' Lee Hendrie still fuming over Sheffield United experience
By Steven Chicken published
The former midfielder turned pundit feels he was harshly treated during his time playing for Kevin Blackwell at Sheffield United

Get to a Premier League game this weekend! Secure your seat now with last-minute deals still available for title decider and Merseyside derby
By Steven Chicken published
It's a huge weekend in the Premier League this weekend with meaningful games up and down the division

EFL implored to help Sheffield Wednesday to avoid yet another points deduction in League One
By Steven Chicken published
The troubled Owls are in the midst of a takeover after going into administration and relegation to the third tier

Newcastle United eyeing two former Premier League title-winning managers amid Eddie Howe pressure: report
By Steven Chicken published
Eddie Howe has come under scrutiny as the end of a disappointing season approaches for Newcastle

Why Andy Robertson leaving Liverpool is more profound than Trent Alexander-Arnold going - and a painful reminder of the Reds' uncertain future
By Steven Chicken published
Arguably Liverpool's greatest-ever left-back will join Mohamed Salah in leaving this summer, leaving just a handful of Jurgen Klopp's best side at the club

'Ibrahima Konate makes a mistake every game, Virgil van Dijk is still one of Liverpool's best' Is Jamie Carragher's summation of Liverpool's defence really fair?
By Steven Chicken published
Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk has come under fire for his performances this season but former Reds stalwart Jamie Carragher feels that is unfair

'It’s a mess, it really is' Chelsea icon at a loss as to how club should deal with Enzo Fernandez and Marc Cucurella
By Steven Chicken published
Chelsea have had issues with a couple of their players speaking out of school in recent weeks, much to Joe Cole's chagrin

'It’s clear what’s being influenced here' Ivan Toney hits out at Saudi Pro League referee and implies Cristiano Ronaldo's club are being favoured
By Steven Chicken published
The former Brentford striker gave a deeply unimpressed interview on the pitch after his Al-Ahli side lost ground in the title race with Ronaldo's Al-Nassr

2026 World Cup stadium guide: The full list of venues
By Steven Chicken last updated
16 World Cup 2026 stadiums in Canada, Mexico and the United States will share hosting duties, providing the setting for all the action

Manchester United report: Marcus Rashford update drops, with Barcelona given take-or-leave deadline
By Steven Chicken published
The England forward has spent the season on loan at Barcelona, who have the option to make the move permanent

Alexander Isak reaches significant milestone in injury recovery with Liverpool return imminent
By Steven Chicken published
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that Alexander Isak is set to come back into contention after four months out

Manchester City may have just been handed an advantage by Sky Sports and TNT Sports Premier League TV picks
By Steven Chicken published
The two broadcasters have made their selections for the antepenultimate round of fixtures in the Premier League season

Is Mohamed Salah injured this weekend? Injury latest on Liverpool forward ahead of FA Cup quarter-final
By Steven Chicken published
The Liverpool winger had to withdraw from international duty with Egypt after missing the Reds' defeat to Brighton last time out

Is Gabriel injured this weekend? Injury update on Arsenal centre-back ahead of FA Cup quarter-final
By Steven Chicken published
The influential Arsenal defender is a doubt for a crucial run of games after pulling out of the Brazil squad

Is Jurrien Timber injured this weekend? Injury latest on Arsenal right-back ahead of FA Cup trip to Southampton
By Steven Chicken published
The Dutchman withdrew from international duty after picking up an injury while in action for Arsenal last month

Mohamed Salah situation tells you exactly where Liverpool are right now
By Steven Chicken published
Last season's title win masked the fact that Liverpool are caught between two eras

Get VIP Man City tickets from under £200 this week
By Steven Chicken published
Liverpool will visit the Etihad Stadium as two of English football's titans vie for a place in the FA Cup semi-finals

'People told me to ignore what I’d seen on the television or social media and encouraged me to take on the job – the people have been extremely welcoming' Rene Meulensteen on bold choice that could lead to World Cup
By Steven Chicken published
Rene Meulensteen is hoping to help Iraq to the 2026 World Cup after his eyebrow-raising move
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