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
Jaissle faces an immediate tactical rebuild at St. James' Park
Matthias Jaissle must reconcile a high-pressing tactical identity with a squad that …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Manchester United's Marcus Rashford dilemma is reaching a breaking point
Marcus Rashford's form has cratered, and Manchester United's evolving tactical needs suggest …
2 months, 3 weeks agoDoes the Official MLS Pro Ball Actually Make You Play Better?
Ever wonder if upgrading from a $15 plastic ball to an actual …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Trump is going to bat for Gianni Infantino and it is a total circus
Donald Trump is reportedly pulling strings to save Gianni Infantino’s presidency as …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Man Utd's midfield rebuild hinges on the Lewis Hall pursuit
Manchester United are weighing a move for Lewis Hall to solve their …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
West Ham fans are hitting their breaking point with David Sullivan
West Ham's ownership situation has hit an all-time low as David Sullivan …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Celtic fan reactions split after scrappy opening day win against Dundee
Celtic kicked off their Scottish Premiership title defence with a tense 1-0 …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Stockport County just made the stealthiest hire in English football
Rene Meulensteen assisted Sir Alex during an era with a 76% win …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Donald Trump wants to save Gianni Infantino's FIFA job and fans are losing it
Donald Trump is reportedly stepping in to save Gianni Infantino's job as …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Scottish Premiership kicks off amid FIFA chaos and a nation honoring Keegan
As the Scottish Premiership and Carabao Cup action return, football honors the …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Charlton Athletic are up for sale again and the fans are losing their minds
Charlton Athletic is back on the market, marking the fifth ownership change …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Manchester United are cutting ties with a relic of the Rangnick era
Manchester United are looking to move on Toby Collyer, a remnant of …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Football mourns Kevin Keegan as family confirms final farewell plans
Kevin Keegan's family has issued a statement following his passing on July …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: Liverpool Pre-Season Takeaways as Iraola Era Begins
A 4-2 pre-season collapse to Leeds exposed raw defensive flaws for Andoni …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Marc Skinner leaves Man Utd as WSL title chase costs spark serious concern
Marc Skinner has departed Manchester United Women as concerns over the escalating …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Manchester United summer recruitment remains a work in progress
Manchester United's transfer window is dragging on with little to show for …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Carl Rushworth is the tactical pivot Coventry City desperately needed
Coventry City conceded 59 goals last season; the arrival of Carl Rushworth …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal's Bruno Guimaraes chase is becoming a transfer window farce
Arsenal's pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes has become a masterclass in wasted time, …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Fenerbahce are pushing for Rafael Leao but Milan's mood is shifting fast
Fenerbahce are readying an improved bid for Rafael Leao, but sources in …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Chelsea are selling their foundation to fund their confusion
The departure of Trevoh Chalobah to Como reveals a Chelsea hierarchy still …
2 months, 3 weeks ago