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
Canada’s defensive shape is failing the litmus test against Bosnia
Canada is down, and the tactical choices are to blame. I'm breaking …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Xabi Alonso is already shaking up the Chelsea squad
Xabi Alonso is already shaping Chelsea's summer with aggressive pursuit of Michael …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Elliot Anderson transfer update: Muscle injury clouds Newcastle exit
Newcastle midfielder Elliot Anderson's transfer market value is being squeezed by a …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Bellingham is ready but England's backline remains a massive gamble
Jude Bellingham is locked in for the World Cup opener, but Gareth …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2025-26 Football Season
A rapid-fire breakdown of the most significant moments that shaped the 2025-26 …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Why the USA struggle in opening matches won't stop them this summer
The USA is laboring under the weight of host expectations. Here is …
4 months, 2 weeks agoBrazil vs Morocco is the trap game we all need
Brazil has the talent, but Morocco has the tactical discipline to turn …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
International friendlies are revealing deep tactical gaps
As international friendlies heat up, it is time to look at the …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Hosting the 2026 World Cup is a logistical gamble for FIFA
Analyzing the logistical nightmare and tactical risks facing the 2026 World Cup …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Crucial Moments in Recent Football History
A deep dive into the 10 moments that redefined modern football, from …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Manchester United’s Off-Season Is Already An Absolute Fever Dream
Manchester United’s off-season transfer activity is swinging between high-stakes brilliance and utter …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Football Stars Defining the 2026 Transfer Window
A deep dive into the 2026 transfer cycle, focusing on the stars …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The Ten Defining Moments of the Qatar World Cup Kickoff
The World Cup has arrived in Mexico, and it is a mix …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in Managerial History
From tactical shifts to legal landmarks, these are the moments that defined …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Lawrence Shankland is the tactical gamble Scotland cannot afford to miss
Lawrence Shankland's rise provides a necessary spark for Scotland, but structural flaws …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Brentford hiring a coaching legend is the weirdest move of the summer
Brentford is shaking up their coaching staff, and the supporters are currently …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Mexico's World Cup kickoff is the adrenaline shot the tournament needed
The World Cup is underway, and Mexico's win shows they're ready to …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Scott McTominay transfer rumors swirl as World Cup preparations hit a snag
Scott McTominay's fitness issues are complicating potential summer moves as clubs wait …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Iran’s World Cup opener is more a security operation than a football match
Armed guards, visa nightmares, and a defensive shell—Iran's World Cup prep is …
4 months, 2 weeks agoGary Neville is losing his mind over these refereeing decisions
The World Cup opener was a total train wreck thanks to a …
4 months, 2 weeks ago