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
Andy Robertson is Scotland's ultimate survivor
Andy Robertson is closing in on the all-time Scotland cap record, showing …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Jude Bellingham's England status under fire as Thomas Tuchel retools for 2026
Jude Bellingham is facing a tactical crossroads as Thomas Tuchel challenges his …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Cammy Devlin sits at a career crossroads as Hearts demand loyalty
Cammy Devlin's potential exit from Hearts highlights a statistical gap between his …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
A tragic loss for Kosovo football as Fatjon Bunjaku passes
A somber look at the passing of 22-year-old Kosovo youth international Fatjon …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The fading light of Mohamed Salah at Liverpool
Mohamed Salah's time at Liverpool concludes not with a roar, but with …
4 months, 2 weeks agoToby Alderweireld is right about the rot at Tottenham
Toby Alderweireld is calling for a culture reset at Tottenham, and he …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Luka Modric is turning the World Cup into his personal farewell tour
Luka Modric remains the beating heart of Croatia at age 40, but …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Pep Guardiola's Manchester City era reaches a reflective conclusion
As Guardiola leaves his mark on City, Roy Keane's harsh assessment of …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Robin van Persie gets the axe and it stings for Arsenal fans
Robin van Persie’s tenure at Feyenoord has ended prematurely, and it is …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Most Disruptive Moments in Modern Football Preparation
As Scotland scrambles to retool before their 2026 opener, we rank the …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal's transfer strategy pivots as scouting targets shift
Arsenal are pivoting their transfer strategy as the World Cup nears, shifting …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Tottenham’s reckless pursuit of Jan Paul van Hecke is becoming a problem
Tottenham's pursuit of Jan Paul van Hecke has hit a dead end, …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Danny Dyer's England Rant Has Us All Asking Where Bowen Is
Danny Dyer is fuming, the fans are bickering, and Thomas Tuchel is …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Football Moments of the 2026 Build-up
Four days out from the World Cup, we examine the ten moments …
4 months, 2 weeks agoStingy fans or price-gouging thieves: The stadium beer scandal
Paying nearly fifteen quid for a lukewarm pint at a friendly is …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Manchester United eye defensive overhaul as World Cup countdown begins
Manchester United are weighing a significant defensive overhaul, but the looming World …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Real Madrid readying 150m euro bid for Florian Wirtz
A deep dive into Madrid's pursuit of Florian Wirtz, examining tactical fit, …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Germany’s World Cup prep hinges on Kai Havertz’s form
Germany’s tactical clarity and Kai Havertz's form set them apart as the …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10 Liverpool Moments and Moves: The New Era Begins
Andoni Iraola takes charge as Liverpool navigates a uncertain tactical transition. From …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Rafael Leao just gave Portugal a massive headache before the World Cup
Rafael Leao's red card against Chile has left Portugal in a lurch …
4 months, 2 weeks ago