
Matthew Holt
Matthew Holt writes freelance for FourFourTwo, amongst others, and boasts previous experience at GOAL and SPORTBible. He now works with us alongside his time at Manchester United and Reach PLC, aiding with online content for the website. Career highs include working at the FA Cup final, as well as scoring at Old Trafford in front of the Stretford End. A long-term sufferer of his beloved Scunthorpe United, he is often seen on the padel court, as well as occasionally as a six-a-side call-up.
Latest articles by Matthew Holt

Quiz! Can you name every club to have won one of Europe's top five leagues since 1992?
By Matthew Holt published
QUIZ! There's a lot of football to remember if you want to get 100% on this quiz

How to watch Bristol City vs Sheffield United: Live streams and TV info for Championship play-off first leg clash
By Matthew Holt published
All the details on how to watch Bristol City vs Sheff Utd online, on TV, and anywhere, as the Championship's play-offs get underway on May 8.

'Every time I went to head the ball, Franco Baresi and Paolo Maldini put an elbow in the back of my head, and basically knocked me out, I played for 75 minutes with a bottle of smelling salts in my hand' Chris Waddle on his experience with two Italy icons
By Matthew Holt published
Chris Waddle recalls his experience when going toe-to-toe with Franco Baresi and Paolo Maldini

David Beckham and Gary Neville complete takeover of League Two side
By Matthew Holt published
The former Manchester United duo are bidding to take the outfit into the Championship

Why is Nike's famous 'swoosh' rotated on new kits?
By Matthew Holt published
Fans are all asking the same question: Why are Nike tilting their famous swoosh on football kits this season?

RANKED! The 25 best Champions League games of all time
By Charlie Carmichael, Matthew Holt last updated
The Miracle of Istanbul, Remontadas, multiple Italian Jobs and the night of Ole Gunnar Solksjaer's life: this is the definitive collection of Champions League classics

Manchester United are the best cup team in Europe - and here's why
By Matthew Holt published
Are Manchester United heading for a rare first when it comes to securing European football?

Liverpool report: Shock offer for Kevin De Bruyne revealed
By Matthew Holt published
Liverpool want to sign Kevin De Bruyne with his time at Manchester City soon coming to a close

Liverpool star wanted in shock move to South America: report
By Matthew Holt published
Liverpool manager Arne Slot could be selling one of his stars halfway around the world

How to watch Bodo/Glimt vs Spurs: Live streams, TV coverage for Europa League second leg
By Matthew Holt published
Spurs are in command as they head to Norway for the Europa League semi-final second leg on May 8 – here's how to watch Tottenham play Bodo Glimt online and on TV.

Watch Manchester United vs Athletic Bilbao: Live stream, TV details for Europa League semi-final second leg
By Matthew Holt published
Ruben Amorim's side hold a 3-0 advantage for the Europa League semi-final second leg – here's how to watch Man United vs Athletic Bilbao online and on TV on May 8.

“I was supposed to go to the Euro they won in 2020. I was basically set to go. So luckily, since the passport didn’t come through”: Barcelona superstar admits he almost switched national team allegiances
By Matthew Holt published
One Barcelona star could have played for Italy at Euro 2020

Quiz! Can you name Arsenal's 50 most expensive players ever?
By Matthew Holt published
QUIZ! How many stars can you recall who broke the (North) bank?

'I was very angry when he missed the penalty because it was a chance that I knew a lot of the young players wouldn’t get. I’d won the Champions League before but John had to be the leader' Chelsea man on John Terry's famous penalty miss
By Matthew Holt published
John Terry's infamous penalty kick miss against Manchester United will live long in the memory, but Claude Makelele has admitted the situation was avoidable all along

Manchester United to rival Liverpool for outstanding Bundesliga defender: report
By Matthew Holt published
Manchester United are looking to boost Ruben Amorim's defensive options heading into the summer

Ranked! The 10 best Championship teams EVER, by points total
By Ryan Dabbs, Matthew Holt last updated
EFL Two new entries have made the list, following the completion of the 2024/25 campaign

Arsene Wenger's controversial new football rule could come as early as next season
By Matthew Holt published
Arsene Wenger is FIFA's chief of global football development and is outspoken on his vision for the sport

Here's all the TV and live stream details on how to watch PSG vs Arsenal online in the Champions League semi-finals at the Parc des Princes on May 7.
By Matthew Holt published
How to watch PSG v Arsenal: Live streams, TV channels, Preview and team news for Champions League semi-final

Wolves to launch 'record-breaking bid' for Liverpool outcast: report
By Matthew Holt published
Wolves are aiming to make the Liverpool star their marquee summer addition

Quiz! Can you name every Barcelona player to have won two or more Champions League finals?
By Matthew Holt published
QUIZ! Barcelona have won five European Cups - in 1992, 2006, 2009, 2011 and 2015

New injury concerns ahead of Athletic vs Manchester United, with final on the horizon
By Matthew Holt published
Manchester United host Athletic this week in the Europa League return this week

How to watch Inter v Barcelona: Live streams, TV channels, preview and team news for Champions League semi-final
By Matthew Holt last updated
All the information on live streams and TV broadcasts worldwide to watch Inter vs Barcelona online in the Champions League semi-final at the San Siro on May 6.

'Cole is always so calm, so I don't think you can really see a difference on his face. But obviously everyone is really, very happy. I'm sure he is as well, and I hope he will carry on that way': Chelsea star lauds praise on Cole Palmer
By Matthew Holt published
Cole Palmer struck late on as Chelsea beat Liverpool 3-1 to increase their top-five credentials
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