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
Aaron Ramsey's Last Endurance Test Has Nothing to Do With Football
Fresh off the pitch, Aaron Ramsey is tackling the London Marathon. But …
6 months ago
Can the spirit of 76 actually stop the Man City machine?
Southampton are chasing the ghosts of 1976 while Pep Guardiola is worried …
6 months ago
Nottingham Forest are chasing safety through pure aggression
Nottingham Forest's rise under Vitor Pereira has been fueled by a high-press …
6 months ago
Arsenal and Newcastle are on a collision course, but the gaps remain
Joe Willock's return to the Emirates makes for a good story, but …
6 months ago
Manchester United are sleepwalking into a summer of transfer noise
Manchester United are trending toward a chaotic summer. Despite sitting third in …
6 months ago
Liverpool cannot afford another slip against Palace
Liverpool find their title challenge under pressure as they face a motivated …
6 months agoOn This Day in Football: April 25
From Arsenal's 'Invincibles' coronation at White Hart Lane to the penalty heartbreak …
6 months agoOn This Day in Football: April 25
Reflecting on the historical echoes of April 25, from Arsenal's title-winning draw …
6 months ago
World Cup availability fears grow as countdown to summer tournament intensifies
With under 50 days until the World Cup, player availability is hanging …
6 months ago
Why AC Milan are circling Igor Thiago for a summer move
AC Milan is plotting a move for Brighton's Igor Thiago, but tactical …
6 months ago
Chelsea's managerial hunt and the BBC's Football Focus meltdown
Chelsea is chasing Cesc Fabregas, the BBC is killing off Football Focus, …
6 months ago
Chelsea chasing Cesc is a massive risk that might blow up in their faces
Chelsea is reportedly eyeing Cesc Fabregas to replace the sacked Liam Rosenior, …
6 months ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Football Season
A deep dive into the top moments of the 2026 season, from …
6 months ago
Liverpool and Newcastle face mounting injury crises as season hits breaking point
As April enters its final week, Liverpool and Newcastle are grappling with …
6 months ago
Anita Asante-Tomas confirms early retirement after recurring knee issues
Aston Villa's defensive rotation receives a significant blow as Anita Asante-Tomas announces …
6 months ago
Spurs fans are spiraling after De Zerbi's latest must-win ultimatum
Roberto De Zerbi is playing mind games with his own squad ahead …
6 months ago
Bukayo Saka returns just in time to save Arsenal's double dreams
Bukayo Saka and Riccardo Calafiori return to the Arsenal lineup just in …
6 months ago
Gianluca Prestianni just threw away Benfica's next European campaign
Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni has been hit with a massive six-match UEFA ban …
6 months ago
Go Ahead Eagles just showed every plastic club how to treat a legend
Go Ahead Eagles kit woman Carla Whittie is retiring after 28 years, …
6 months ago
Top 10: Unforgettable Moments Shaping the 2026 Season
The 2026 season has been defined by dramatic shifts, from record-breaking broadcasting …
6 months ago