Ben Hayward
Ben Hayward is the Weekend Editor of FourFourTwo. 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.
Latest articles by Ben Hayward
AFCON 2023: Ivory Coast's remarkable road to title after 4-0 loss to Equatorial Guinea and sacking coach
By Ben Hayward published
Ivory Coast came from behind to beat Nigeria 2-1 and claim the Africa Cup of Nations title on home soil in incredible scenes
'It drives me crazy' – Gary Neville on what annoyed him in Manchester United win at Aston Villa
By Ben Hayward published
Manchester United legend Gary Neville was critical of one aspect during his former club's 2-1 win at Aston Villa on Sunday evening
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti on how Jude Bellingham differs to Zinedine Zidane
By Ben Hayward published
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has addressed comparisons between Jude Bellingham and Los Blancos legend Zinedine Zidane
'Absolute disgrace' – Roy Keane slams West Ham, addresses Arsenal 'over-celebrating'
By Ben Hayward published
Roy Keane hit out at West Ham for their dismal display in Sunday's 6-0 loss to Arsenal and gave his view on 'over-celebrating' claims
WATCH: Arsenal's Declan Rice mocked by West Ham fans on London Stadium return
By Ben Hayward published
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice was mocked by fans of hiw former club West Ham on his return to the London Stadium on Sunday
How long will Jude Bellingham be out? Real Madrid give injury update on England midfielder
By Ben Hayward published
Jude Bellingham scored twice for Real Madrid against Girona but was withdrawn after 57 minutes through injury on Saturday
Harry Kane to go trophyless again? Bayern Munich five behind Bayer Leverkusen after brutal loss
By Ben Hayward published
Harry Kane and Eric Dier played the full 90 minutes as Bayern Munich were beaten 3-0 by Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen
Jude Bellingham matches David Beckham stat at Real Madrid – in half a season in Spain
By Ben Hayward published
Jude Bellingham's brace for Real Madrid against Girona on Saturday saw the midfielder make it to 20 goals for Los Blancos
WATCH: Jude Bellingham scores for Real Madrid in huge LaLiga title clash vs Girona
By Ben Hayward published
Jude Bellingham scored Real Madrid's second goal in the first half of Los Blancos' LaLiga game at home to Girona on Saturday
Is Trent Alexander-Arnold injured? Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp gives update
By Ben Hayward published
Trent Alexander-Arnold was withdrawn at half-time in Liverpool's win over Burnley at Anfield and Jurgen Klopp has given an update
Liverpool set new attendance record – how Anfield compares to Reds' Premier League rivals
By Ben Hayward published
Liverpool set a new attendance record at Anfield on Saturday as the Reds opened a new tier for Premier League game vs Burnley
Erling Haaland is back! Manchester City striker hits new landmark with Everton brace
By Ben Hayward published
Erling Haaland scored twice for Manchester City against Everton on Saturday at the Etihad on his 50th Premier League appearance
Brighton agree £16m summer transfer for 'young and exciting' Ghanaian winger
By Ben Hayward published
Brighton & Hove Albion have announced a deal to sign to sign Ghanaian winger Ibrahim Osman from Danish club FC Nordsjalland
Arsenal star Declan Rice 'wanted Chelsea move' following new bombshell
By Ben Hayward published
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice wanted to join Chelsea ahead of his transfer to the Gunners last summer, a former Blues coach claims
Top players who became great coaches
By Ben Hayward published
Great Gaffers Quality on the pitch does not guarantee pedigree in the dugout, but some footballers have gone on to become successful managers too. A look at the best examples...
Players who never won a major club trophy
By Ben Hayward published
A look at some of the most famous footballers who were never able to pick up any silverware during their club careers...
Quiz! Can you name the 27 footballers who have played with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo?
By Ben Hayward published
Quiz! It's Cristiano Ronaldo's birthday – but who's been lucky enough to play with both him and Lionel Messi?
World Cup 2026: FIFA announce venue for opening fixtures and final in USA, Mexico & Canada
By Ben Hayward published
FIFA have announced the venue for the opening fixtures and the final of the 2026 World Cup, hosted by USA, Mexico and Canada
'Like a pub team' – Liverpool slammed by Roy Keane for defensive blunders in Arsenal loss
By Ben Hayward published
Roy Keane has criticised Liverpool's defending after Alisson Becker and Virgil van Dijk blunders cost the Reds in defeat to Arsenal
Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma 'played with malaria' for Mali at AFCON 2023
By Ben Hayward published
Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma was playing through malaria at the Africa Cup of Nations, Mali coach Eric Chelle has revealed