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
The Wythenshawe Vets experiment proves talent isn't injury-proof
Stephen Ireland's recent injury is a blunt reminder that elite-level muscle memory …
5 months ago
Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid: The tactical wall meets the unstoppable force
Arsenal's xG dominance is a trap set by Diego Simeone. With a …
5 months ago
Arsenal find themselves trapped in Simeone's statistical funhouse
Arsenal's 2.14 xG and 74% possession are proving worthless against an Atletico …
5 months ago
Manchester City's defensive gaps are a growing concern
Manchester City look wobbly after a defensive disaster at Everton. Can they …
5 months ago
Top 10: The Slot Files
Arne Slot's precarious hold on the Liverpool job: ranking the factors fueling …
5 months ago
Arsenal prioritize Timber renewal ahead of World Cup countdown
Arsenal are pushing to finalize a new contract for Jurrien Timber before …
5 months ago
Arsenal and City are playing a game of chicken in the Premier League
Manchester City's defensive collapse versus Arsenal's injury boost as the Premier League …
5 months agoArsenal face the ultimate dark arts test at the Emirates
Arsenal face Atletico Madrid in a high-stakes UCL semi-final as they struggle …
5 months ago
Newcastle's midfield conundrum demands a tactical reset against Liverpool
Newcastle face a critical midfield test against Liverpool while transfer rumors and …
5 months ago
Old Firm fallout: Rangers need focus without Dujon Sterling
Dujon Sterling's drink-driving conviction leaves Rangers vulnerable in a critical stretch of …
5 months ago
Man United’s midfield targets signal a shift in recruitment philosophy
Manchester United are eyeing Tyler Adams, Alex Scott, and Mateus Fernandes to …
5 months ago
Son Heung-min's hamstring setback leaves Spurs exposed for UCL semifinal
Son Heung-min is out with a hamstring tear, forcing a major tactical …
5 months ago
Why the EFL play-offs remain football's most brutal masterpiece
A deep dive into why the EFL play-offs continue to defy standard …
5 months ago
Chelsea face a brutal identity crisis before the UCL semi-final
Chelsea’s historic losing streak has created a dire environment heading into the …
5 months ago
Top 10: The Gunners Defining the 2026 Run-In
Arsenal dominate the title conversation as Pep Guardiola’s side falters. Here is …
5 months ago
Arne Slot is learning you don't mess around after a United loss
Reports of behind-the-scenes complaints at Anfield show that Arne Slot is finding …
5 months ago
Man United's Iron Man Down: Fernandes Sidelined Ahead of Season Finale
Manchester United has confirmed captain Bruno Fernandes will miss the remainder of …
5 months ago
Arsenal should stop flirting with Martin Zubimendi and just pay the clause already
As Arsenal prepare for a historic UCL semi-final against Real Madrid, the …
5 months ago
Arsenal prepare to sell Ben White as Jurrien Timber secures his future
With Jurrien Timber set to sign a new deal before the World …
5 months ago
Top 10: arteta
Mikel Arteta faces a defining moment as Arsenal prepares for the Champions …
5 months ago