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Why so many players are wearing pink boots at World Cup 2026

Most players are sporting similar colourways in the USA, Canada and Mexico, despite differing deals with Nike, Adidas, Puma and more brands, leading to some suggestions that the trend is purely a coincidence

The Independent UK

Why football (and food) is the universal language | ACFC podcast episode 4 feat. Daniyal Khan

Adam Clery meets star of ITV's Extra-Time, and the man behind the iconic Gameday Gourmet, Daniyal Khan. They discuss why New York is the centre of the universe, and why the World Cup is the ultimate celebration of global culture.

The Independent UK

Why England’s tactics DIDN’T WORK against Ghana

England were given a reality check at the World Cup, following a 0-0 draw with Ghana. But after their vibrant attacking display against Croatia, why were they suddenly unable to create anything in the very next game? Adam Clery looks at both the system and the players used by Thomas…

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How Messi is proving he’s STILL the best in the world

Lionel Messi has become the World Cup's all-time record goalscorer following Argentina 2-0 Austria. Adam Clery has a look at why his opening goal in this game shows how he's been the World's Best Player for two decades now.

The Independent UK

Why Chelsea wanted Liam Rosenior so badly

A week after announcing the departure of Enzo Maresca, Chelsea have replaced him with Strasbourg's Liam Rosenior. Although still relatively early in his managerial career, he's already carved out a reputation for being a great tactical manager, and one of the rising stars in the game. Adam Clery looks at…

The Independent UK

I’m in a toxic relationship with Newcastle United – and I’m breaking up with Eddie Howe... maybe

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: Adam Clery loves Eddie Howe like only a fan in a toxic relationship can – but even he wonders if Newcastle need a shake-up

The Independent UK

Football’s next tactical innovation is ‘just not having a manager’

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: The order Xabi Alonso demanded at Real Madrid seemingly turned stars into toddlers – but he’s still the most wanted manager in Europe, says Adam Clery in the latest ACFC newsletter

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Football really wants to be darts right now – but darts still wishes it was pro wrestling

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: The theatrics of Luke Littler’s meteoric rise in darts has football green with envy – but the game is taking cues from an entirely different playbook, says Adam Clery in the latest ACFC newsletter

The Independent UK

Someone call the police! Scott McTominay just got robbed at the Sports Personality of the Year awards

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: Scott McTominay has spent the year reinventing himself as a continental midfield maestro, only to have Rory McIlroy swipe Sports Personality of the Year right from under his nose, says Adam Clery in the latest ACFC newsletter

The Independent UK

Miguel Delaney and Adam Clery land top prizes at FSA Awards 2025

The Independent’s Chief Football Writer and The Adam Clery Football Channel were recognised at a London ceremony, with England and Arsenal’s Declan Rice and Alessia Russo also picking up prizes

The Independent UK

Phil Foden didn’t deserve his England call-up, because nobody does

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN : The latest Adam Clery Football Column newsletter breaks down why Phil Foden thrives at Manchester City but has struggled to make an impact for England

The Independent UK

Sean Dyche eats Porto for breakfast, and possibly worms for lunch

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: The latest Adam Clery Football Column newsletter breaks down the former Everton manager’s immediate impact at Nottingham Forest and his tactical masterstrokes following the sacking of Ange Postecoglou

The Independent UK

How Martin Zubimendi can transform Arsenal’s midfield

Adam Clery breaks down how the Real Sociedad midfielder could bring an added edge to Arsenal’s squad

The Independent UK

Arsenal greats Ray Parlour and Paul Merson join Jules Breach for FourFourTwo's 30th anniversary event in London

It's three decades since FFT began in 1994, so we had a special evening to celebrate, hosted by Classic Football Shirts, with drinks sponsored by Guinness

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FourFourTwo's Euro 2024 predictions revisited: One FFT team member almost predicted the whole thing

In our Euro 2024 predictions a month ago, the FourFourTwo team came up with some bold takes – and some fared better than others

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Euro 2024 predictions: Our football experts tell you what will happen this summer

FourFourTwo's Euro 2024 predictions, including winners, losers, top goalscorers and scapegoats. Are you ready for it?

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FourFourTwo writers pick their Euro 2024 England squads and first XI for the first game

The countdown to the Euro 2024 England squad is on, as our esteemed team make their picks for Gareth Southgate's group

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In the mag: Awards! We celebrate the players, managers and cyborgs who dominated 2023! PLUS McTominay! Winterburn! Samways and MORE!

Get your hands on the latest issue of FourFourTwo magazine – available in print or on your device – from Thursday 7 December

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Chelsea facing points deduction: Here's why fans should be worried

Chelsea are staring down the barrel of a points deduction: Here's FourFourTwo's Adam Clery to break down the situation

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Why England CAN win the Women's World Cup 2023 - despite missing key players

England might have some big names missing as they head to the Women's World Cup 2023, but that shouldn't stop them from dreaming

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Ilkay Gundogan has a secret clause that would let him REJOIN Manchester City

Ilkay Gundogan has departed Manchester City after winning a Treble… but could return to the club, thanks to a new clause

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Why Ange Postecoglou could be the perfect manager for Tottenham

Tottenham have hired Ange Postecoglou – now FFT's Adam Clery explains why that could be such an inspired decision

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FourFourTwo's End of Season Awards: The winners and losers from a long old season

It's the end of season awards – and no, we've not given everything to Erling Haaland!

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WATCH: Why Liverpool can't afford NOT to buy Jude Bellingham

Liverpool have cooled interest in Jude Bellingham – but as FFT's Adam Clery explains, he could solve every issue in their team right now

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Watch: What really happened between Sadio Mane and Leroy Sane

Bayern Munich pair Sadio Mane and Leroy Sane fell out during the loss against Manchester City, with the Senegalese smacking his team-mate

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