Ben Marsden

Ben Marsden

Ben is currently studying for his NCTJ qualification with News Associates after graduating from Durham University. He is an avid Liverpool fan, lover of tactics and long-time enthusiast of FourFourTwo’s quizzes. His favourite memories of being a journalist so far include his interview with musician Banners that featured in the Liverpool FC Programme, as well as Jurgen Klopp signing his article for his student newspaper on Klopp’s brilliant tenure at Anfield. When he does play football he plays as a bizarre striker/right-wing/right-back hybrid.

Latest articles by Ben Marsden

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Liverpool's Curtis Jones battles with Chelsea's Cole Palmer during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Chelsea FC at Anfield on October 20, 2024 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Dodd - CameraSport via Getty Images)

Liverpool might NOT want to be top of Premier League at Christmas, considering abysmal record

By Ben Marsden published

Liverpool could be leading the Premier League at Christmas - but they might not want to actually be there

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How Arne Slot navigated unchartered waters for the first time as Liverpool boss proves this title is now his to lose

By Ben Marsden published

Liverpool dropped points at home but resilience and Slot's tactics proved crucial in avoiding a loss

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Cole Palmer of Chelsea celebrates scoring his team's third goal with Noni Madueke during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Aston Villa FC at Stamford Bridge on December 01, 2024 in London, England

Why did Astana and Chelsea kick off at 3:30pm in the Europa League?

By Ben Marsden last updated

Chelsea faced Astana in the UEFA Conference League but why did they play at such an odd time?

Thomas Muller in action for Bayern Munich against Benfica in the Champions League in November 2024.

Quiz! Can you name the players who have scored in the most consecutive Champions League seasons?

By Ben Marsden published

Quiz! Which players have scored in the most consecutive seasons of the UCL?

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Alexis Mac Allister of Liverpool and Abdoulaye Doucoure of Everton during the Merseyside derby at Anfield in October 2023.

Why FPL managers should be glad the Merseyside Derby was postponed

By Ben Marsden published

The final Goodison Park derby was postponed but it may mean good news for FPL managers.

Stories
Brentford FC's home ground, the Gtech Community Stadium.

What is Brentford’s new Gen10 ticket initiative?

By Ben Marsden published

Amid backlash to Manchester United’s rising prices Brentford have released a new ticket scheme

Mohamed Salah of Liverpool celebrating after scoring the second goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Manchester City FC at Anfield on December 01, 2024 in Liverpool, England.

Can Liverpool win the Premier League and the Champions League?

By Ben Marsden published

Is the double achievable for Arne Slot's in-form side?

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is also unsure what lies ahead of De Bruyne

Which teams have blown a three-goal lead in the Champions League?

By Ben Marsden published

Don't worry Pep, you're not the only side to do it

Leicester City's Harry Winks during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leicester City and Norwich City at The King Power Stadium on April 1, 2024 in Leicester, England.(Photo by Stephen White - CameraSport via Getty Images)

Is Leicester midfielder Harry Winks injured? Premier League injury update

By Ben Marsden published

Leicester fell to a 2-1 defeat to Chelsea last weekend

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 30: Eberechi Eze of Crystal Palace leaves the pitch with an injury during the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match between Aston Villa and Crystal Palace at Villa Park on October 30, 2024 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Malcolm Couzens/Getty Images)

Is Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze injured? Premier League Injury update

By Ben Marsden published

Crystal Palace remain in the relegation zone despite a draw against Aston Villa

Antoine Semenyo of Bournemouth celebrates scoring the opening goal during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Manchester City FC at Vitality Stadium on November 2, 2024 in Bournemouth, England.

Is Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo injured? Premier League injury update

By Ben Marsden published

Bournemouth fell to a 2-1 defeat at home to Brighton last weekend

Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero celebrate a goal for Tottenham against Arsenal which was later ruled out in April 2024.

Is Tottenham centre-back Cristian Romero injured? Premier League injury update

By Ben Marsden published

Tottenham beat Manchester City despite missing Cristian Romero at the weekend

Stories
Sadio Mane has helped Senegal reach the last eight

African Nations Championship games over Christmas: Will Premier League stars be missing the festive period?

By Ben Marsden published

Will players like Mohamed Salah and Bryan Mbeumo miss matches over the festive period?

The statue of Manchester United's 'Holy Trinity' of players stands in front of Old Trafford after being unveiled today on May 29, 2008, Manchester, England. The statue of United legends Bobby Charlton, Denis Law and the late George Best comes 40 years to the day since the club first lifted the European Cup. Charlton, Best and Law scored 665 goals between them for United and between 1964 and 1968, all won the coveted European Footballer of the Year award.

The best and worst statues in football

By Ben Marsden published

With Harry Kane's new statue receiving mixed reviews here's a look at football's most famous statues

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim

Former Manchester United coach opens up on which players will thrive under Ruben Amorim

By Ben Marsden published

Ruben Amorim starts life at Manchester United with a game away to Ipswich

Stories
ionel Messi #10 and DeAndre Yedlin #2 of Inter Miami CF react prior to a match between Nashville SC and Inter Miami CF at DRV PNK Stadium on August 30, 2023 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Inter Miami new manager odds: The favourites to become Lionel Messi's manager

By Ben Marsden published

Inter Miami's manager has been sacked - who will replace him?

Lee Carsley, Interim Head Coach of England, looks on during the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League B Group B2 match between England and Greece at Wembley Stadium on October 10, 2024 in London, England.

Five things you may have missed over the international break

By Ben Marsden published

A hectic international break is over - here's five things you may have missed

David Coote

Who do Premier League referees support?

By Ben Marsden published

After the chaos of David Coote's remarks who are Premier Leauge referees fans of?

Stories
FPL: 27 essential Fantasy Premier League tips from old winners and experts

Fantasy Premier League tips: The FPL changes you need to make in the November international break

By Ben Marsden published

FPL will take a momentary pause in November, so FourFourTwo discusses whether it is time to get rid of Erling Haaland and a three premium midfielder draft

Stories
Marcelo of Fluminense runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Julian Alvarez of Manchester City during the FIFA Club World Cup Saudi Arabia 2023 Final between Manchester City and Fluminense at King Abdullah Sports City on December 22, 2023 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Manchester City and Chelsea will be FORCED to play certain players during Club World Cup

By Ben Marsden published

Next summer’s Club World Cup is causing issues already

Chelsea squad for 2024/25 LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 11: Cole Palmer of Chelsea in action during the pre-season friendly match between Chelsea and FC Internazionale at Stamford Bridge on August 11, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images)

Is Chelsea ace Cole Palmer injured? Premier League injury update

By Ben Marsden published

Chelsea face rivals Arsenal in a London derby this weekend but is star man Cole Palmer fit

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 03: Cristian Romero of Tottenham Hotspur throws one of his boots after he is substituted due to injury during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur FC and Aston Villa FC at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on November 03, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Is Tottenham centre-back Cristian Romero injured? Premier League injury update

By Ben Marsden published

Tottenham thrashed Aston Villa but Cristian Romero came off injured

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 19: Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Aston Villa FC at Craven Cottage on October 19, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Broadway/Getty Images)

Is Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers injured? Premier League injury update

By Ben Marsden published

Morgan Rogers has been crucial to Aston Villa’s performances this season but is he injured this weekend?

Arne Slot new head coach of Liverpool during his first press conference at AXA Training Centre on July 05, 2024 in Kirkby, England.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot picks his favourite pundit in brilliant CBS interview

By Ben Marsden published

Liverpool manager shows his human side after thrashing Bayer Leverkusen

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Liverpool squad and backroom staff celebrate in front of the Kop after winning the UEFA Champions league semi-final second leg football match between Liverpool and Barcelona 4-0 at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on May 7, 2019.

You’ll Never Walk Alone – The origins of one of football’s most famous songs

By Ben Marsden published

Why was it first sung and why is it so famous within the football world ?

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