Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterOrder the new issue with delivery included here just select July Issue 393. Subscribe to FourFourTwo today and save! Youll get 13 issues per yearFirst a message from our editor, James Andrew:The days of Jack Walker, Sir John Hall and Sir Jack Hayward making millions and investing them in their local football club are a distant memory. Nowadays, sovereign states and investment consortia control the top clubs.Lower down the pyramid, its also changing, giving opportunities to people with no background in football, but who bring skills and expertise from their own worlds. Actors Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have probably been the most famous example in recent times, and have taken Wrexham from the National League to the Championship.This March, internet personality, musician, boxer and entrepreneur KSI became a shareholder of National League South side Dagenham and Redbridge. He may have a social media reach of over 80 million, but what does KSI know about football and running a club? You may like NEW ISSUE: Doku and Merino exclusives, Joe Cole & Ashley Cole, Roberto Martinez on Ronaldo, Zanetti on Lionel Messi, plus USA '94, Hiddink and a Djorkaeff Q&A NEW ISSUE: Ultimate World Cup pack! Englands American dream, Pickford and Rogers, Scotlands return, Pochettino Q&A, biggest upsets plus huge wallchart and preview special Quiz! Can you guess the FourFourTwo cover star? FourFourTwo couldnt turn down the chance to chat with him and find out, as we heard his ambitious plans for the east London side. KSI may not be the traditional FFT cover star, but hes the new face of football thats why weve decided to put him on the front of this magazine.He was a great sport when we met up with him, and he even agreed to dress up in half suit, half football kit as we recreated a famous photo of Bryan Robson at Middlesbrough in 1994. Enjoy the mag.JamesGet FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.KSI: From his bedroom to the boardroomSome fans didnt know who KSI (real name Olajide Olatunji) when he joined Dagenham in March, but the world famous YouTuber has big ambitions. In an era of celebrity investors, he tells FFT why he wants to take the club to the Premier League and how he intends to do it.Footballs famous ownersRon Burgundy, rappers, Messi vs Ronaldo you dont have to be famous to own a club, but it helps.Harry Redknapp has his say on Snoop DoggThe former Tottenham Hotspur boss first moved into the world of professional football six decades ago, and says club owners have changed drastically since. What to read next Quickfire Quiz 130: Can you answer 10 questions in 90 seconds? Quickfire Quiz 95: Can you answer 10 questions in 90 seconds? FourFourTwo's Weekend Crossword 55: Champions, alcohol sponsors and free-kick masters The man behind Englands 1966 glorySir Alf Ramsey led England to the World Cup 60 years ago, but remains misunderstood. In spite of his middle-class image, the Three Lions boss overcame racism, poverty and war to become a legend.Return of the CosmosEven Pele and Raul couldnt keep the New York Cosmos from folding twice FFT headed to the Big Apple to find out if the iconic clubs latest comeback will be different.Fear and loathing in VancouverWhile one historic North American club is on the way back, Vancouver Whitecaps have been battling relocation to Las Vegas, despite playing a first ever MLS Cup final last year. FFT visited Canada to investigate their troublesAntonin Panenka tells his storyHalf a century ago, Antonin Panenka dinked in a penalty to win Euro 76 for Czechoslovakia in his words, he tells FFT how it changed his life, and of his pride that players still imitate him.The Boys a Bit SpecialWe get the lowdown on a Lampardian talent and Greeces answer to Ryan Cherki in this months scouting report.Henry Winter meets Leah WilliamsonThe respected writer speaks to Englands two-time Euros-winning captain on life at Arsenal, and why a female boss could succeed in the mens game.From the Vault: the murder of Andres EscobarA week after his USA 94 own goal, Andres Escobar was murdered. A decade later, FourFourTwo headed to the crime scene to meet those impacted by his death.Michail Antonio answers YOUR questionsThe former West Ham forward on cardboard cutout celebrations, his car crash and an acrimonious exit from the Hammers.Around the grounds in the EFL, non-league and ScotlandHarrogate Town boss Simon Weaver talks about being the longest-serving manager in Englands top five tiers, and we find out about Kingstonians nomadic plight.Exeter Citys best and worst include giving the world Ollie Watkins and a visit from Michael Jackson. Ambitious Brighton also reveal plans to build Europes first purpose-built stadium for a womens team.A ferry good game: We head to the Scottish island of Arran to discover the ups and downs of one of the UKs most remote leagues.The MixerOur latest merch round-up features Florian Wirtz channelling his inner Scouser, copious amounts of Pumas next-generation foam and a cube of grass.We spy a 1990s Southampton shirt in Classic Kit and plan out your Dortmund getaway with our Team Selection.UpfrontThink youre a football expert? Prove it by getting 100 per cent in our Ultimate Quiz. As the Premier League bids farewell to Pep Guardiola, TNT Sports Jules Breach pays tribute to the legendary Manchester City manager.Danny Murphy selects the games that changed his life, and the FFT crew go to war over giving the National League an extra promotion spot in the latest Debate. We also sit down with musician Richard Hawley to discuss his passion for Sheffield Wednesday and Atdhe Nuhiu.Former Manchester United man Lee Sharpe hails sporting geniuses and a fascinating scientist, while we explore some of the most bizarre half-time entertainment on offer, just in case FIFA need any suggestions for the World Cup final.In the Players Lounge this monthTony Cascarino reveals Jack Charltons hatred of Coke, Lucas Radebe reflects on his time at Leeds and Alan Smith still struggles to wrap his head around replacing Gary Lineker at Euro 92.Perfect XI Ex-Aston Villa hotshot Juan Pablo Angel fills his team with Premier League and South American icons, Golden Balls included.TOPICSHarry RedknappAntonin PanenkaLeah WilliamsonMichail AntonioDanny MurphyLee SharpeTony CascarinoLucas RadebeAlan SmithJuan Pablo AngelNew York CosmosVancouver WhitecapsArsenalColombiaWest Ham UnitedNottingham ForestBrighton and Hove Albion WomenExeter CityGermanySouthamptonMark WhiteSocial Links NavigationContent EditorMark White is the Digital Content Editor at FourFourTwo. During his time on the brand, Mark has written three cover features on Mikel Arteta, Martin Odegaard and the Invincibles, and has written pieces on subjects ranging from Sir Bobby Robsons time at Barcelona to the career of Robinho. An encyclopedia of football trivia and collector of shirts, he first joined the team back in 2020 as a staff writer.
