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
Leicester's £70m black hole: A cautionary tale of ambition unfulfilled
Leicester City faces a reported £70 million financial black hole, a consequence …
6 months ago
Real Madrid are walking into a tactical trap while arguing about Instagram
As Real Madrid prepares for a massive UCL semi-final against Manchester City, …
6 months ago
Top 10: The Moments Defining the 2025/26 Season
From Leeds United's survivalist grit at Bournemouth to Arsenal's historic breakthrough against …
6 months ago
Top 10: The Definitive Tony Parkes Moments
Blackburn Rovers legend Tony Parkes has passed away at 76. We rank …
6 months ago
Milan and Bayern Munich square off for Vlahovic as Juventus eye Lewandowski
A Tier 1 report from Di Marzio suggests a massive striker merry-go-round …
6 months ago
Top 10: The Most Form-Defining Football Moments of 2026
From Michael O'Neill's burnout at Blackburn to the systemic failures of the …
6 months ago
Chelsea’s FA Cup hopes are vanishing after Rosenior’s messy exit
Chelsea is in shambles following the firing of Liam Rosenior, providing Leeds …
6 months ago
Why the bottom three trap is closing shut in the 2026 Premier League race
Analyzing the tactical flaws and statistical indicators currently defining the Premier League …
6 months agoSean Longstaff just saved Leeds from a collective nervous breakdown
Sean Longstaff's 94th-minute scuff might have just saved Leeds United's season. It …
6 months ago
Stansfield is firing again and Birmingham look dangerous
Jay Stansfield finally ended his miserable goal drought against Preston, but Birmingham's …
6 months agoLeicester City staring down League One is the cruelest joke in football
The team that broke the Premier League cartel is now staring down …
6 months agoEssential Football Gear for the UCL Run-In
With the UCL Semi-Finals looming and the World Cup around the corner, …
6 months agoThe Essential Arsenal Fan Scarf: Is It Worth The Hype?
A good scarf is non-negotiable for a football fan. We review the …
6 months ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Season
From Manchester City's tactical overhaul to Arsenal's slip-up in the title race, …
6 months ago
Arsenal have snatched the title momentum back from Manchester City
Arsenal are dictating the tempo of the Premier League title race as …
6 months ago
Lamine Yamal injury puts Barcelona's Champions League hopes in danger
Lamine Yamal's latest injury casts doubt on Barcelona's Champions League semi-final preparations …
6 months ago
Fernando Torres as Liverpool manager is a fever dream we need to discuss
The rumors surrounding Fernando Torres taking the Liverpool job are a masterclass …
6 months ago
Why Manchester City are inevitable as the season hits the wall
Manchester City are back on top of the Premier League, but a …
6 months ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Football Season
From Manchester City's psychological dominance at Turf Moor to the tactical implosions …
6 months ago
Sean Longstaff is saving Leeds United when it matters most
A deep dive into why Leeds United's reliance on stoppage-time heroics from …
6 months ago