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
France's stroll against Iraq was a pure exercise in stat-padding
France breezed past Iraq with ease, but don't let the highlight reel …
4 months ago
The Premier League's summer transfer window is descending into chaos
From Tottenham's interest in Rashford to Arsenal's high-stakes valuation of Calafiori, the …
4 months ago
Thomas Tuchel wants England to tighten up before Ghana test
Thomas Tuchel is demanding immediate tactical adjustments from England following a shaky …
4 months ago
Antoine Semenyo dealing with late fitness hurdle ahead of England clash
Antoine Semenyo is dealing with a hamstring issue, casting doubt on his …
4 months ago
Top 10: The Worst Scheduling Disasters in Modern Football
A look at the logistical disasters shaping the football world, headlined by …
4 months ago
France versus Iraq: Why Deschamps must address the transition trap
France faces a tactical headache against Iraq, as disjointed midfield spacing threatens …
4 months ago
Rade Bogdanovic proves some people are still living in the 1970s
Rade Bogdanovic's recent comments on Serbian TV have sparked a massive backlash. …
4 months ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in Modern Professional Football
From Lionel Messi's record-breaking run to the shifting tactical trends of modern …
4 months ago
Why the World Cup broadcast chaos is driving everyone insane
Fans are at their breaking point as broadcast teams struggle to fill …
4 months ago
Top 10: New Zealand's 2026 World Cup campaign moments
A tactical breakdown of New Zealand's 3-1 loss to Egypt in their …
4 months ago
Germany lose Nico Schlotterbeck to tournament-ending injury
Germany's defensive stability took a major hit today as Nico Schlotterbeck was …
4 months ago
Bukayo Saka injury puts England’s knockout depth to the test
Bukayo Saka is nursing a fitness concern as England prepares for Ghana. …
4 months ago
Germany’s defensive cracks appear as Schlotterbeck exits the tournament
Nico Schlotterbeck’s injury forces Julian Nagelsmann into a tactical retreat. Can Germany …
4 months ago
Ruben Amorim's Milan project is already looking like a power struggle
Ruben Amorim takes the helm at Milan with unprecedented power, but a …
4 months ago
Lionel Messi Injury Watch: Argentina's campaign faces critical setback
Lionel Messi is a major doubt following a calf strain in training, …
4 months ago
Thomas Frank reveals his tactical obsession with scouting the World Cup
Thomas Frank discusses his rigorous, internal scouting process for spotting talent during …
4 months ago
Alcohol in the stands is a win for the WSL, but the real work starts now
Allowing alcohol in the stands is a major win for the WSL, …
4 months ago
Liverpool aggressive move for Yan Diomande signals new recruitment direction
Liverpool are ramping up pursuit of RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande with a …
4 months ago
Burnley fans are losing their minds over the Broja transfer rumors
Burnley fans are spiraling over rumors linking Armando Broja to Serie A. …
4 months ago
Arsenal chasing Rashford is the most delusional move of the summer
Arsenal's reported interest in Marcus Rashford is a total non-starter. I’m breaking …
4 months ago