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
Harry Maguire is trying to save his United career, and it's actually working
Harry Maguire’s latest performance suggests he isn't ready to exit Old Trafford …
3 months ago
Thomas Tuchel has no time to waste after this World Cup finish
England finished third in the 2026 World Cup, but the optimism surrounding …
3 months ago
Tuchel's England selection headache is officially here
Thomas Tuchel's England selection debates are reaching a boiling point. With Bukayo …
3 months ago
Chelsea's midfield puzzle and the looming Enzo Fernandez exit
Enzo Fernandez’s Chelsea future looks increasingly precarious as the club faces a …
3 months ago
Unai Emery's high-line gamble at Villa faces a Pervis Estupinan reality check
Unai Emery's pursuit of Pervis Estupinan signals a tactical shift for Aston …
3 months ago
Bukayo Saka’s hat-trick isn't enough to bury the ghosts of England’s defeat
Bukayo Saka’s hat-trick against France masked deep-seated tactical flaws that doomed England’s …
3 months ago
England's 2026 World Cup run was a statistical anomaly
England finished 3rd in 2026, but defensive stats reveal a team that …
3 months agoMbappe's pre-final jab at Messi was a tactical blunder for the ages
Mbappe's attempt to undermine South American football before the 2022 final was …
3 months ago
Top 10: Elite Football Moments of the Modern Era
A deep dive into the 10 moments that defined modern football history, …
3 months ago
Old Trafford is buzzing but United fans are still twitchy
United's summer is in full swing, and everyone from the spreadsheets-and-stats nerds …
3 months ago
Manchester United nearing exit as 38 million pound deal nears finish line
Manchester United look to offload a 38 million pound asset as they …
3 months ago
Thomas Tuchel's stock hits record high following England's World Cup run
Thomas Tuchel's tactical triumph with England in their high-scoring World Cup final …
3 months agoThis Week in Football: Chaos in Miami and a Summer of Spending (Jul 13–Jul 19, 2026)
England takes bronze after a 6-4 thriller in Miami, while Chelsea splashes …
3 months agoEngland’s tactical chaos against France exposes deeper defensive flaws
A tactical breakdown of England's 6-4 win over France, highlighting the fragility …
3 months ago
Pre-season is a total lie and we're all falling for it again
It's that time of year again: the grass is cut, the sun …
3 months ago
West Ham's transfer strategy is hitting a wall
West Ham's summer window is stalling, with targets slipping away and negotiations …
3 months ago
Folarin Balogun's World Cup saga signals a messy summer ahead for club scouts
Analyzing the Folarin Balogun situation through the lens of recent FIFA regulatory …
3 months ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Season
A deep dive into the transfer market, the tactical shifts defining the …
3 months, 1 week agoManchester United losing to Wrexham is peak summer chaos
Manchester United's pre-season start was a disaster against Wrexham, exposing deep cracks …
3 months, 1 week ago
Manchester United stumbles in Wrexham pre-season opener
Manchester United's pre-season opener against Wrexham exposed significant tactical gaps and a …
3 months, 1 week ago