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
Top 10: Newcastle at the Breaking Point
As Newcastle faces a defining clash with Bournemouth, Eddie Howe finds himself …
6 months, 1 week ago
Sheffield Wednesday are staring into the abyss after EFL points hammer
The EFL has confirmed a devastating 15-point deduction for Sheffield Wednesday, effectively …
6 months, 1 week ago
Top 10: The Football Moments That Forged Legends
From last-second title winners to moments of sublime genius and shocking madness, …
6 months, 1 week ago
Jose Mourinho to Newcastle is a tactical disaster waiting to happen
Newcastle United are reportedly targeting Jose Mourinho for a Premier League return, …
6 months, 1 week ago
Iraola walks, Leicester panic, and Chelsea prepare for another summer of chaos
A fan reaction roundup on Andoni Iraola's shock Bournemouth exit, Leicester City's …
6 months, 1 week ago
Bayern Munich just broke Real Madrid's defensive math
Seven goals, two red cards, and the fastest strike of the season …
6 months, 1 week ago
Arsenal and Manchester City are fighting for a title and a €100m future
Arsenal and Man City face a title showdown while battling for a …
6 months, 1 week ago
Why the modern game still punishes aging playmakers like Gylfi Sigurdsson
As the former Everton and Swansea midfielder extends his playing career deep …
6 months, 1 week ago
Arsenal fans are losing their minds over Arteta's secret
A vague headline about Mikel Arteta, Martin Odegaard, and a mystery replacement …
6 months, 1 week ago
Ekitiké's World Cup dream ends as Arsenal's injury crisis deepens
Hugo Ekitiké will officially miss the 2026 World Cup after scans confirmed …
6 months, 1 week agoOn This Day in Football: April 16
April 16 has historically been a date where European ambitions are either …
6 months, 1 week agoOn This Day in Football: April 16
April 16 remains a pivotal date in the football calendar, marking moments …
6 months, 1 week ago
Why the Scottish Premiership three-way race is destined to collapse
The current three-way Scottish Premiership title race is a statistical anomaly that …
6 months, 1 week ago
Arsenal have reached the semi-finals but the attack is stalling
Arsenal's ascent to the Champions League semi-finals is a significant achievement, but …
6 months, 1 week ago
Arsenal are about to face their toughest test of the season
Arsenal's tactical evolution is being tested as fatigue hits. With the squad …
6 months, 1 week ago
Arsenal injury woes mount ahead of high-stakes Manchester City tilt
Arsenal's title charge takes a hit as a key player exits the …
6 months, 1 week agoArsenal scraped through but the Champions League dreams look shaky
Arsenal survived the night, but this ugly result against Sporting CP feels …
6 months, 1 week ago
Lionel Messi's legal woes and Mascherano's exit are ruining the vibes
Inter Miami is imploding. Between a fraud lawsuit against Messi and Mascherano's …
6 months, 1 week ago
Bayern Munich have blueprint to stop anyone after Real Madrid masterclass
Bayern Munich's demolition of Real Madrid suggests they have fixed their defensive …
6 months, 1 week ago
Noni Madueke injury fallout clouds Arsenal's quarter-final rotation
Noni Madueke is out for Arsenal's clash with Sporting. Max Dowman slots …
6 months, 1 week ago