Rio Ferdinand
Born: November 7, 1978 (age 45)
Height: 6' 2" (188cm)
Hometown: London, England
Nationality: 
English
EnglishPosition: Centre-back
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Youth | 1992-1995 | West Ham United |
| Senior | 1995-2000 | West Ham United |
| → 1996-1997 | Bournemouth (loan) | |
| 2000-2002 | Leeds United | |
| 2002-2014 | Manchester United | |
| 2014-2015 | Queens Park Rangers | |
| International | 1997-2013 | England |
Sports Mole has 1,565 articles about Rio Ferdinand. Articles 1 to 40:
England vs. Brazil all-time combined XI: Who makes the cut alongside Pele, Ronaldo
Ahead of England's clash with Brazil on Saturday, Sports Mole compiles an all-time greatest XI of players to have represented either nation.
20:12
Kyle Walker 'not close to joining Saudi Pro League amid Sheffield United interest'
Manchester City's Kyle Walker refuses to deny admirers from Saudi Arabia last summer, although a deal was reportedly never close amid interest from Sheffield United.
Mar 18, 14:53
Arsenal chief hints at busy summer transfer window
Arsenal sporting director Edu indicates that the club are preparing for a busy summer transfer window ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.
Feb 25, 14:02
Jose Mourinho explains why he rejected England job in 2007
Jose Mourinho reveals the reasons why he rejected the opportunity to replace Steve McClaren as England manager in 2007.
Feb 16, 00:01
Jose Mourinho rules out possibility of Manchester United return
Jose Mourinho has dismissed rumours suggesting he has unfinished business at Manchester United, affirming that he has no intention of returning to the club as manager.
Feb 15, 19:25
Rio Ferdinand urges Manchester United to move for Karim Benzema
Former Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand urges the Red Devils to make an attempt to sign experienced striker Karim Benzema from Al-Ittihad.
Jan 17, 15:28
Erik ten Hag, Harry Maguire win November Premier League awards
Manchester United's Harry Maguire wins the Premier League Player of the Month award for November, while Erik ten Hag is named the Manager of the Month.
Dec 8, 12:37
Paul Scholes slams "soft and weak" Raphael Varane, Victor Lindelof
Ex-Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes criticises Raphael Varane and Victor Lindelof for their performances against Galatasaray.
Oct 4, 14:43
Paul Scholes slams "softness and weakness" in Manchester United side
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes says that "there is a softness and weakness" in the current Red Devils side.
Sep 21, 17:28
Sofyan Amrabat vows to 'give everything' for Manchester United
Sofyan Amrabat opens up on his pride at representing Manchester United, having completed a loan move to the club from Fiorentina.
Sep 6, 20:09
Raheem Sterling 'rules out England retirement despite latest Southgate snub'
Chelsea winger Raheem Sterling reportedly does not intend to retire from international football despite missing out on a place in Gareth Southgate's latest England squad.
Sep 6, 14:02
Jonny Evans return 'could lead to Harry Maguire leaving Manchester United'
Jonny Evans's return to Manchester United could allegedly see Harry Maguire leave the club before the end of the transfer window.
Aug 24, 18:10
Rio Ferdinand hits out at Manchester United over David de Gea treatment
Former Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand says that he is "a little bit gutted" by how the Red Devils have handled David de Gea's contract situation.
Jun 30, 09:57
Sheikh Jassim 'expected to be named preferred Manchester United bidder'
Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani moves into pole position to complete a takeover of Manchester United, according to a report.
Jun 15, 17:48
Jermain Defoe picks his greatest goal, teammate, opponent and dream five-a-side
Jermain Defoe speaks to Sports Mole about his greatest goal, the best player he played with and against, and his dream five-a-side from former teammates.
Mar 17, 14:16
Kieran Trippier hails Declan Rice as better than Thomas Partey, Casemiro
Newcastle United and England right-back Kieran Trippier claims that he would select "incredible" Declan Rice over Casemiro and Thomas Partey.
Feb 9, 14:31
Rio Ferdinand: 'Lisandro Martinez is best centre-back in Premier League'
Former Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand says that Lisandro Martinez is the leading central defender in the Premier League.
Feb 8, 16:28
Rio Ferdinand hails Manchester United for bringing in Marcel Sabitzer
Former Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand hails the Red Devils for bringing in Bayern Munich midfielder Marcel Sabitzer on loan.
Feb 1, 17:27
Rio Ferdinand reveals view on Manchester United signing Wout Weghorst
Former Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand backs on-loan Burnley forward Wout Weghorst to have a positive impact at the club.
Jan 15, 20:15
Rio Ferdinand urges Manchester United to move for Harry Kane this summer
Rio Ferdinand urges Manchester United to move for Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane during this summer's transfer window.
Jan 10, 13:48
Aston Villa 'have not agreed deal with Manchester United's Harry Maguire'
Aston Villa have no deal in place to sign out-of-favour Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Jan 8, 23:59
Rio Ferdinand urges Manchester United to sign Jude Bellingham next summer
Rio Ferdinand urges Manchester United to win the race for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham next summer.
Dec 20, 12:20
Paris Saint-Germain president says he wants to bring Marcus Rashford to the club
Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is interested in signing Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford next year.
Dec 8, 17:51
Rio Ferdinand sends contract message to Marcus Rashford
Marcus Rashford should push to become the highest-paid player at Manchester United, according to former Red Devils captain Rio Ferdinand.
Dec 1, 14:57
Manchester United 'no longer in the race for Jude Bellingham'
Manchester United are no longer in the race for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham, according to a report.
Nov 27, 09:39
Manchester United, Real Madrid, Liverpool 'learn Jude Bellingham asking price'
Borussia Dortmund will demand at least £130m for Jude Bellingham during next summer's transfer window, according to a report.
Nov 23, 09:28
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'Young players in modern football do not listen'
Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo claims that young players in the modern game struggle to listen to advice.
Nov 16, 21:58
Has Cristiano Ronaldo's explosive interview damaged his Manchester United legacy?
Sports Mole reacts to Cristiano Ronaldo's explosive interview and discusses where Manchester United and the 37-year-old go from here.
Nov 14, 20:15
Rio Ferdinand addresses Cristiano Ronaldo's explosive interview
Rio Ferdinand admits that he is unable to defend former Manchester United teammate Cristiano Ronaldo following his explosive interview.
Nov 14, 17:50
England's greatest ever World Cup XI
Ahead of the World Cup in Qatar starting later this month, Sports Mole selects its greatest ever England XI based solely on World Cup performances.
Nov 7, 13:24
Preview: Liverpool vs. Leeds United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and Leeds United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 27, 11:47
Rio Ferdinand defends Cristiano Ronaldo over attacker's refusal to play
Rio Ferdinand says that he understands Manchester United attacker Cristiano Ronaldo's decision to refuse to play against Tottenham Hotspur.
Oct 22, 15:58
Rio Ferdinand: 'Cristiano Ronaldo should be released in January if he is not in Erik ten Hag's plans'
Rio Ferdinand says that Manchester United should allow Cristiano Ronaldo to leave the club on a free transfer in January if he is not considered a starter by Erik ten Hag.
Oct 20, 17:34
Rio Ferdinand: 'Manchester United wingers lack imagination'
Former Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand says that a lack of "imagination" in the wide areas is harming the Red Devils.
Oct 19, 12:59
Rio Ferdinand urges Manchester United to move for Jude Bellingham
Rio Ferdinand urges his former club Manchester United to make a move for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham.
Oct 7, 09:57
Liverpool, Manchester United 'learn Jude Bellingham asking price'
Borussia Dortmund set an asking price of £131m for Jude Bellingham amid interest from Liverpool and Manchester United, according to a report.
Sep 21, 09:38
Liverpool 'leading Manchester United in race for Jude Bellingham'
Liverpool are at the head of the queue for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham, according to a report.
Sep 15, 12:59
Robbie Fowler, Rio Ferdinand question Trent Alexander-Arnold desire
Robbie Fowler and Rio Ferdinand criticise Trent Alexander-Arnold for his performance in Liverpool's 4-1 defeat to Napoli in the Champions League.
Sep 8, 16:47
Rio Ferdinand compares Marcus Rashford to Carlos Tevez
Rio Ferdinand compares Marcus Rashford to former Manchester United forward Carlos Tevez after the club's 3-1 Premier League win over Arsenal.
Sep 5, 14:28
