
Ryan Dabbs
Ryan is a staff writer for FourFourTwo, joining the team full-time in October 2022. He first joined Future in December 2020, working across FourFourTwo, Golf Monthly, Rugby World and Advnture's websites, before eventually earning himself a position with FourFourTwo permanently. After graduating from Cardiff University with a degree in Journalism and Communications, Ryan earned a NCTJ qualification to further develop as a writer while a Trainee News Writer at Future.
Latest articles by Ryan Dabbs

'There were real, proper fights during training - Andriy Shevchenko knocked out Tal Ben Haim properly, Michael Ballack had a fight with Salomon Kalou and I went at it with Florent Malouda': Ex-Chelsea star recalls training ground scraps with team-mates
By Ryan Dabbs published
Chelsea players were always fighting in training, apparently...

Manchester United move for Premier League star 'accepted' after already agreeing personal terms: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United might have already completed their first signing of the summer transfer window

Liverpool star's agent 'would love' for him to join Real Madrid, but concedes move is now 'impossible'
By Ryan Dabbs published
One Liverpool player has seen his agent posturing for a move to Real Madrid...

Arsenal report: Nico Williams close to astonishing 'life-long contract'
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal are keen on bringing Nico Williams to the Emirates, with the Spaniard close to committing his future

'If we’re constantly served up this crap, it isn't right - the game can’t be evolving in the right way:' Gary Neville concerned with the future of Premier League football
By Ryan Dabbs published
Gary Neville has criticised the way football in the Premier League is evolving

'I thought I was retiring. I played the last 15 games and felt pretty good. I was in the office and David Gill rang me and said that Sir Alex Ferguson wanted me to stay next year': Manchester United legend reveals being persuaded to continue playing
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United players were told to reconsider retirement by Sir Alex Ferguson

Puma partner with Jameson to release stunning limited edition collection, including the boldest Puma King ever
By Ryan Dabbs published
Puma and Jameson have released a collection that includes a striking new Puma King

Lionel Messi set to welcome Premier League superstar at Inter Miami: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Lionel Messi could find himself being helped by even more talent at Inter Miami

Ranked! The 20 best free kicks of all time
By Ben Marsden published
Ranked! The best free kicks of all time, from long range screamers to exquisite curlers

'Around here they deserve the rebellious 16-year-old Mario. Maybe that way they would understand what it means to truly lack respect': Balotelli makes threat to his manager Patrick Vieira
By Ryan Dabbs published
Mario Balotelli has issued Patrick Vieira with a threat

A lot of people think I don’t know how to play football, and they don’t have a fu**ing clue. I know what I’m capable of, and I know my mentality - I’m very happy': Barcelona star hits back bullishly at criticism
By Ryan Dabbs published
One Barcelona star isn't happy with the way he is being treated

Chelsea to get rid of £141m duo as Enzo Maresca lays down law at Stamford Bridge: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has started making plans for next season

'Manchester United came in for me when I was 20, but I opted for Crystal Palace. They got into financial difficulty but no regrets': Ex-Premier League striker reveals decision to turn down Sir Alex Ferguson as a teenager
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United failed to sign a former Premier League striker, who preferred to move to Crystal Palace

Best soccer cleats for narrow feet: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas, Puma and more
By Subomi Kushanu published
The best soccer cleats for narrow feet, from the biggest and most-trusted brands

Best soccer cleats for narrow feet: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas, Puma and more
By Subomi Kushanu published
The best soccer cleats for narrow feet, from the biggest and most-trusted brands

Best football boots for narrow feet: The latest ranges from Nike, Adidas, Puma and more
By Subomi Kushanu published
The best football boots for narrow feet, from the biggest and most-trusted brands

Why Premier League sides will want Arsenal to beat Real Madrid in the Champions League
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal could give the Premier League a huge boost if they win against Real Madrid in the Champions League

Jose Mourinho being lined up for shock high-profile managerial job: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Jose Mourinho is wanted for one of the biggest jobs in world football, after a controversial season in Turkey

Liverpool want South American star to replace Virgil van Dijk: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool could make a significant move in the transfer market if Virgil van Dijk does decide to leave the club

'I became a Real Madrid fan because of Zidane. Then Cristiano came…. He’s my other big idol. I watched all matches as a kid, and even as a player!' Kylian Mbappe reveals the two players that endeared him to Los Blancos as a youngster
By Ryan Dabbs published
Kylian Mbappe grew up supporting Real Madrid thanks to Zinedine Zidane and later Cristiano Ronaldo

Real Madrid star could complete lucrative Middle East move against Carlo Ancelotti's wishes: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has relied on a key player this season, but faces loses them in the summer

Lionel Messi's former Barcelona team-mate now works in a sports shop, 10 years after lifting the Champions League
By Ryan Dabbs published
Lionel Messi helped one Barcelona player win the Champions League in 2015, but they now work in a sports shop

‘It was an incredible experience to go to Liverpool. I sang a Bavarian song for my initiation but it didn’t last long – after 30 seconds I got beer over my head’: German star reveals unruly welcome at Anfield from his team-mates
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Liverpool players didn't enjoy one German players' initiation song...

‘Many people expect me to coach Barca one day, but I’m not thinking about it. Hopefully one day I’ll return – Guardiola, Xavi and then me? Sounds good’: Andres Iniesta discusses potentially becoming Barcelona manager
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Andres Iniesta is a Barcelona legend who could potentially follow in the footsteps of other Blaugrana academy products

‘It was basically impossible to play against Pep’s Barcelona. When Fernando killed the game off at the end, I knew that something divine had taken place’: Ex-Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo recalls iconic 2012 Champions League semi-final win
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Chelsea were helped out by a higher power against Barcelona in 2012, according to Roberto Di Matteo
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