Dan Hartley
Soccer Analyst
Dan Hartley focuses on the global game — from the Premier League to MLS, CONCACAF and the World Cup cycle. His analysis is particularly strong on the tactical evolution of international football.
Articles by Dan Hartley
Man United’s midfield targets signal a shift in recruitment philosophy
Manchester United are eyeing Tyler Adams, Alex Scott, and Mateus Fernandes to …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Son Heung-min's hamstring setback leaves Spurs exposed for UCL semifinal
Son Heung-min is out with a hamstring tear, forcing a major tactical …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Why the EFL play-offs remain football's most brutal masterpiece
A deep dive into why the EFL play-offs continue to defy standard …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Chelsea face a brutal identity crisis before the UCL semi-final
Chelsea’s historic losing streak has created a dire environment heading into the …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: The Gunners Defining the 2026 Run-In
Arsenal dominate the title conversation as Pep Guardiola’s side falters. Here is …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Arne Slot is learning you don't mess around after a United loss
Reports of behind-the-scenes complaints at Anfield show that Arne Slot is finding …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Man United's Iron Man Down: Fernandes Sidelined Ahead of Season Finale
Manchester United has confirmed captain Bruno Fernandes will miss the remainder of …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal should stop flirting with Martin Zubimendi and just pay the clause already
As Arsenal prepare for a historic UCL semi-final against Real Madrid, the …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal prepare to sell Ben White as Jurrien Timber secures his future
With Jurrien Timber set to sign a new deal before the World …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: arteta
Mikel Arteta faces a defining moment as Arsenal prepares for the Champions …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Unai Emery's Real Madrid links are premature and dangerous for Villa
Unai Emery to Real Madrid is the rumor of the week, but …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Lawrence Shankland is the hottest commodity in Scottish football right now
Lawrence Shankland's latest performance against Rangers has scouts buzzing. Is the Hearts …
5 months, 3 weeks agoFive massive questions threatening Argentina's World Cup defense
Can Argentina defend their World Cup crown? From managing an aging Lionel …
5 months, 3 weeks agoFive massive questions hanging over the USMNT before the 2026 World Cup
With just 37 days until the 2026 World Cup kicks off, Mauricio …
5 months, 3 weeks agoMexico is staring down a nightmare in the World Cup opening match
Everyone thinks Estadio Azteca will carry El Tri to an easy opening …
5 months, 3 weeks agoAngeball is about to get exposed by the Leverkusen machine in the Europa League final
Ange Postecoglou and Xabi Alonso are on a collision course, but Tottenham's …
5 months, 3 weeks agoArsenal and City are heading for the most chaotic final day in years
The 2025/26 Premier League season comes down to 90 minutes of pure …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal hold all the cards as City stumble against Everton
Manchester City's dramatic Monday night comeback wasn't enough. By dropping points at …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Chelsea's Jesse Derry hospitalized after brutal head collision against Forest
Chelsea's Jesse Derry was stretchered off following a severe clash of heads …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Inter Milan have finally ended the noise and reclaimed their throne
Inter Milan have wrapped up their 21st Serie A title, but the …
5 months, 3 weeks ago