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
Newcastle's turn to Matthias Jaissle is a high-risk tactical pivot
With Eddie Howe out, Newcastle United have chosen Matthias Jaissle to lead …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Tottenham are playing a dangerous game with Cristian Romero's valuation
Inter Milan turned to John Stones on a free transfer after Cristian …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Matthias Jaissle has a massive headache at Newcastle
Matthias Jaissle is stepping into the Newcastle hot seat, and with Bruno …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2025-26 Football Season
A deep dive into the 10 moments that defined the 2025-26 season, …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Celtic dig in over Engels and Johnston as West Ham and Everton move in
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill confirms the club has rejected an approach from …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Gianni Infantino's expanding calendar is about to crush women's football
Gianni Infantino's expanding calendar is pushing women's football to a breaking point. …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Why West Ham paying £25m for Arne Engels is a high-risk gamble
West Ham are locked in talks with Celtic over Arne Engels. But …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Hibees and Dons fans are at war over Chris Cadden's move to Aberdeen
Chris Cadden swapped Hibs for Aberdeen in search of more game time, …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal summer transfer pivot: Guimaraes, Barcola, and the Nwaneri question
Arsenal are closing on Bruno Guimaraes while Ruben Amorim eyes a surprise …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
AC Milan faces squad instability following the passing of Franco Baresi
Franco Baresi’s passing has left AC Milan in a state of emotional …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: The Most Impactful Football Moments of the 21st Century
From the Bosman Ruling to Messi crowning his career in Qatar, we …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Bruno Guimaraes skipped the flight to Spain and Newcastle fans are losing it
Newcastle United's pre-season took a dramatic turn as star midfielder Bruno Guimaraes …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
The FIFA civil war: How a World Cup sell-off threatens to fracture the sport
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces a total breakdown in support as UEFA …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Gianni Infantino's private equity gamble hits a wall as AFC joins revolt
FIFA's controversial scheme to sell off stakes in its marquee competitions faces …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
League Two is getting a chaotic dose of Newport County reality
Newport County's decision to hire an ex-Premier League star is either genius …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Hayden Mullins taking the Newport County job is a massive League Two risk
Swapping Premier League 2 luxury for Rodney Parade mud: why Hayden Mullins' …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Aggie Beever-Jones looks to move past injury-plagued campaign at Chelsea
Aggie Beever-Jones returns to Chelsea training after a difficult 2025-26 season, aiming …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: The Andoni Iraola era at Liverpool begins under fire
Andoni Iraola's opening weeks at Liverpool have been defined by an injury …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: The essential habits of the modern football obsessive
From refreshing Tier-1 feeds to dissecting PSR regulations, these are the habits …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
PSG move to hijack Liverpool’s pursuit of Maghnes Akliouche
PSG are forcing a late-window hijack for Liverpool target Maghnes Akliouche, shifting …
2 months, 3 weeks ago