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
Tiffany Stratton's title win proves the women's division needs more focus
Tiffany Stratton's recent title win is a win for the division, but …
5 months, 2 weeks agoTottenham Hotspur are back to their old tricks at Molineux
Spurs are doing the thing again: looking good for 20 minutes before …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Liverpool chasing defensive reinforcements before the summer window opens
Liverpool are in the market for a defensive overhaul as scouting reports …
5 months, 2 weeks agoSpurs are doing that thing again at Molineux and I'm not falling for it
Spurs are dominating possession at Molineux but the familiar dread is setting …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
West Ham and Everton are about to play the season's ugliest six-pointer
As Everton fights for survival in 17th place, their trip to the …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Aston Villa just sucked the air out of Craven Cottage and it was beautiful
Aston Villa turned Craven Cottage into a tactical graveyard, frustrating Fulham for …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal are out of excuses as Arteta demands title ownership
Mikel Arteta has permanently dismantled the protective bubble surrounding his players, publicly …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Aaron Ramsey's Last Endurance Test Has Nothing to Do With Football
Fresh off the pitch, Aaron Ramsey is tackling the London Marathon. But …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Can the spirit of 76 actually stop the Man City machine?
Southampton are chasing the ghosts of 1976 while Pep Guardiola is worried …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Nottingham Forest are chasing safety through pure aggression
Nottingham Forest's rise under Vitor Pereira has been fueled by a high-press …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal and Newcastle are on a collision course, but the gaps remain
Joe Willock's return to the Emirates makes for a good story, but …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Manchester United are sleepwalking into a summer of transfer noise
Manchester United are trending toward a chaotic summer. Despite sitting third in …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Liverpool cannot afford another slip against Palace
Liverpool find their title challenge under pressure as they face a motivated …
5 months, 2 weeks agoOn This Day in Football: April 25
From Arsenal's 'Invincibles' coronation at White Hart Lane to the penalty heartbreak …
5 months, 2 weeks agoOn This Day in Football: April 25
Reflecting on the historical echoes of April 25, from Arsenal's title-winning draw …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
World Cup availability fears grow as countdown to summer tournament intensifies
With under 50 days until the World Cup, player availability is hanging …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Why AC Milan are circling Igor Thiago for a summer move
AC Milan is plotting a move for Brighton's Igor Thiago, but tactical …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Chelsea's managerial hunt and the BBC's Football Focus meltdown
Chelsea is chasing Cesc Fabregas, the BBC is killing off Football Focus, …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Chelsea chasing Cesc is a massive risk that might blow up in their faces
Chelsea is reportedly eyeing Cesc Fabregas to replace the sacked Liam Rosenior, …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Football Season
A deep dive into the top moments of the 2026 season, from …
5 months, 2 weeks ago