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
Thomas Tuchel's England project shifts to transfer market after World Cup run
Thomas Tuchel is looking to overhaul the England squad's tactical depth following …
3 months, 1 week ago
Thomas Tuchel faces defensive crisis as England injury list grows
England's defensive depth is under intense scrutiny as Thomas Tuchel scrambles to …
3 months, 1 week ago
Top 10: Defining World Cup Moments of the 2026 Cycle
From the Lamine Yamal vs. Kylian Mbappé showdown to the tactical reshuffles …
3 months, 1 week ago
Kosovare Asllani proves veterans still define WSL ambition
Kosovare Asllani’s one-year extension at London City reveals a calculated bet on …
3 months, 1 week ago
Andoni Iraola eyes major reinforcements as Liverpool chase transfer targets
Andoni Iraola’s first weeks at Liverpool have been defined by a blunt …
3 months, 1 week ago
Aston Villa eye Pervis Estupinan as the Digne era ends
Aston Villa are hunting a replacement for the outgoing Lucas Digne, with …
3 months, 1 week ago
Didier Deschamps finally stopped playing scared and it’s terrifying
Didier Deschamps has finally ditched the defensive bunker for an aggressive, star-studded …
3 months, 1 week ago
Top 10: Iconic Moments of the 2026 World Cup
From Spain's dominance to tactical referee adjustments, we rank the ten moments …
3 months, 1 week agoThe USMNT is playing house but building a shack
The USMNT is riding a wave of home-soil hype, but talent isn't …
3 months, 1 week agoFrance are walking into a brick wall at the 2026 World Cup
France is relying on an aging tactical core and a single-player offensive …
3 months, 1 week agoGermany is finally finished with the 'Legacy Squad' delusion
Germany is finally ditching the old guard for a high-intensity youth movement, …
3 months, 1 week ago
France vs Spain is the World Cup semi-final rivalry we deserve
The revenge narrative is in full swing for France, but Spain isn't …
3 months, 1 week ago
Didier Deschamps has finally solved the France attacking puzzle
France has increased their xG per game by 0.84 following their tactical …
3 months, 1 week ago
Arsenal’s £35m swoop for Tzolis hits a wall as agents stall
Arsenal's £35m move for Christos Tzolis faces a sudden delay as agents …
3 months, 1 week ago
Top 10: Megan Finnigan's Top Moments
Everton captain Megan Finnigan has signed a new one-year contract extension. We …
3 months, 1 week ago
Hull City's spending spree might be a tactical trap
Hull City is opening the vault this summer, but throwing money at …
3 months, 1 week ago
Diego Forlán steps in, but Uruguay is staring at a rebuild
The Bielsa era in Uruguay has imploded, and Diego Forlán has been …
3 months, 1 week ago
Ruben Amorim faces squad building crisis as Milan's summer window hits turbulence
Ruben Amorim's Milan rebuild faces a double-headed challenge: a €100m sales mandate …
3 months, 1 week ago
Preston North End's gamble on Erabi is the ultimate transfer coin toss
Preston North End's latest loan signing of Dennis Erabi has split the …
3 months, 1 week agoNewcastle just got mugged in broad daylight by Unai Emery
Newcastle thought they snagged Manzambi for 49 million, but Villa swooped in …
3 months, 1 week ago