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
Liverpool scouting mission as Andoni Iraola confirms transfer frustrations
Joe Gomez's early pre-season injury has forced Andoni Iraola to demand immediate …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in Modern Football
From Aguero's 93:20 moment to the madness of Brazil 7-1, we rank …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Liverpool fans are losing their minds over Arne Slot dropping the hammer in pre-season
Liverpool fans are intensely debating Arne Slot's decision to banish a star …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Post-match reality check: Tottenham's soft landing in New Zealand
Tottenham's 2-0 win over Auckland FC was a dress rehearsal, but tactical …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Arsenal face early fitness concerns as Yan Diomande joins the treatment table
Arsenal's defensive rotation takes an early hit as Yan Diomande is ruled …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Man United target Yan Diomande as Sporting CP set clear asking price
Manchester United are monitoring Sporting CP winger Yan Diomande, but the Portuguese …
2 months, 4 weeks agoTop 10: The Definitive Football Moments of the 2025/26 Season
A deep dive into the ten defining moments of the 2025/26 season, …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Top 10: vinicius
The transfer saga surrounding Vinicius Junior has spiked in intensity, moving from …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Liverpool's defensive gamble is already showing cracks
Jeremy Jacquet’s arrival at Liverpool signals a shift in transfer strategy, but …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Iraola's chaotic Liverpool transition needs more than 4-2 wins
Liverpool's 4-2 win over Sunderland masks severe defensive gaps that Andoni Iraola …
2 months, 4 weeks agoThis Week in Football: Iraola's Start and Arsenal's Ambition (Jul 20–Jul 26, 2026)
Iraola makes a winning start at Liverpool, Arsenal test the waters for …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Liverpool cannot rely on individual magic to mask defensive fragility
Liverpool's win over Sunderland masked serious structural issues that will haunt them …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Joe Gomez injury concern leaves Liverpool defense thin again
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola deals with another fitness crisis as Joe Gomez …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Tottenham's aggressive recruitment push targets Savinho and Bergvall
Tottenham's pursuit of Savinho is progressing, but Newcastle's interest in Lucas Bergvall …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Tottenham target Savinho as Carlos Baleba and Lucas Bergvall dominate headlines
Fabrizio Romano confirms Tottenham's move for £60m-rated Savinho is 'absolutely on', while …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Arsenal chasing Vinicius Jr is the ultimate high-stakes gamble
Arsenal's interest in Vinicius Jr is the spicy rumor setting the market …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Tottenham are playing a dangerous game with Lucas Bergvall’s future
Tottenham's recruitment structure is in the spotlight as Newcastle prepares a bid …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Liverpool vs Sunderland pre-season kickoff is pure July madness
Liverpool and Sunderland are taking their pre-season clash to America, proving that …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Andoni Iraola faces a squad crisis before his first Liverpool match
Andoni Iraola's opening match as Liverpool manager faces a significant hurdle as …
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Danilo's exit highlights Rangers' ongoing rebuilding struggle
Danilo's loan move exposes the underlying volatility in Rangers' attacking metrics and …
2 months, 4 weeks ago