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
Emi Martínez played through Europa League final win with broken finger
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martínez played through the Europa League final with …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Southampton's Spygate disaster just cost them the richest game in football
Southampton were just booted from the Championship play-off final after their 'Spygate' …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: The Sharpest Firing Back Moments in Football History
From Laura Woods' post-title tweet to Mourinho's 'Respect' rant, we rank the …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Southampton ejected from playoffs as Spygate fallout cripples club
Southampton have been booted from the Championship playoffs following a massive spying …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Bournemouth, Brighton and the tactical war for a Champions League spot
Bournemouth and Brighton face off in a massive final-day shootout, but their …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal's biggest summer deal is keeping Mikel Arteta and avoiding the title hangover
The Mirror reports Arsenal are preparing a new contract for Mikel Arteta. …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Bernardo Silva is doing the annual Barcelona dance again
Bernardo Silva is once again linked with a move to Barcelona and …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10 Most Shocking World Cup Moments
With the 2026 World Cup just 22 days away, we rank the …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Why the Premier League fixture release is a 26/27 ticking time bomb
When the 26/27 Premier League fixtures are released, it won't be a …
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments From European Trophy-Winning Managers
From Unai Emery's Europa League dominance to Guardiola's Wembley masterclass, we rank …
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal face their ultimate European test behind a television paywall
Mikel Arteta built a pragmatic, ruthless side capable of conquering Europe. Now …
4 months, 3 weeks agoChelsea finally stopped acting like billionaires and started acting like bullies
Chelsea reminded everyone they still have a pulse by bullying Spurs in …
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal's £34m mistake and the ruthless summer clearout
Mirror Football reports Arsenal are ready to cut their losses on a …
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal's 22-year title drought is over thanks to a suffocating defense
Arsenal ended their 22-year title drought by conceding just 0.68 xGA per …
4 months, 3 weeks ago
One Win in 40 Matches: Spurs' Stamford Bridge Curse Fuels Relegation Dread
Tottenham's staggering record of one win in 40 games at Stamford Bridge …
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Guardiola stays silent as City exit rumors hit fever pitch
Pep Guardiola refused to deny reports of his impending departure from Manchester …
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal's 22-year wait ends after City finally collapse at Bournemouth
Manchester City's failure to beat Bournemouth hands Arsenal their first Premier League …
4 months, 3 weeks agoKroupi's Killer Blow: City Collapses, Arsenal Celebrates
Eli Junior Kroupi's stunning goal for Bournemouth against Manchester City has put …
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Steve Clarke is walking a tightrope before the World Cup
Steve Clarke is betting on loyalty, but his looming contract uncertainty is …
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Scotland names World Cup squad as Brazil bets on Neymar
Scotland names its 26-man World Cup squad as Brazil takes a massive …
4 months, 3 weeks ago