Ben Hayward
Ben Hayward is a European football writer and Tottenham Hotspur fan with over 15 years’ experience, he has covered games all over the world - including three World Cups, several Champions League finals, Euros, Copa America - and has spent much of that time in Spain. Ben speaks English and Spanish, currently dividing his time between Barcelona and London, covering all the big talking points of the weekend on FFT: he’s also written several list features and interviewed Guglielmo Vicario for the magazine.
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Tottenham are in talks with Marseille over a summer transfer, with midfielder move expected to be finalised soon

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One of the most popular players at Arsenal could be about to join a team from across the capital this summer

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Liverpool Under-19s have been praised for making a strong statement after alleged racial abuse in Germany

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Manchester United have been criticised by a domestic abuse campaigner for profiting from the sale of Mason Greenwood

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Liverpool have reportedly made an offer for a Turkey star to bolster their attack ahead of the 2024/25 season

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David De Gea has indicated that he may about to return to football, just over a year on from his Manchester United exit

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A select group of footballers in the men's game have been crowned champions of Europe for both club and country. Here, a look at some of the most notable examples...

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Gareth Southgate has called time on his tenure as England manager, so who are the favourites to replace him?

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South America is home to some of the world's most famous football clubs. Here, a look at the biggest teams from across the continent...

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From the first football tournament in 1900 to the present day, a look at the nations which won Olympic medals in the sport...

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Spain's 17-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal recorded an incredible state in Sunday's Euro 2024 final against England in Berlin

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Gareth Southgate's future has been the subject of much speculation at Euro 2024 – so what's the latest on the England manager?

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Spain star Lamine Yamal celebrated his goal against France at Euro 2024 with an unusual '3-0-4' gesture - but what does it mean?

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Gareth Southgate's future as England manager after Euro 2024 has been discussed by Ian Wright, Gary Neville and Roy Keane

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Gareth Southgate's polo shirt has become a common sight at Euro 2024 - so where can you buy the England's manager's top?

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Luke Shaw is now 'expected to start' for England in Sunday night's Euro 2024 final vs Spain as Gareth Southgate makes late change

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Spain sensation Lamine Yamal has been hailed by former England striker Gary Lineker ahead of Sunday's Euro 2024 final

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A closer look at some of the biggest legends in South American football who never got their hands on the Copa America...
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