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
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Season
From Manchester City's tactical overhaul to Arsenal's slip-up in the title race, …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal have snatched the title momentum back from Manchester City
Arsenal are dictating the tempo of the Premier League title race as …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Lamine Yamal injury puts Barcelona's Champions League hopes in danger
Lamine Yamal's latest injury casts doubt on Barcelona's Champions League semi-final preparations …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Fernando Torres as Liverpool manager is a fever dream we need to discuss
The rumors surrounding Fernando Torres taking the Liverpool job are a masterclass …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Why Manchester City are inevitable as the season hits the wall
Manchester City are back on top of the Premier League, but a …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Football Season
From Manchester City's psychological dominance at Turf Moor to the tactical implosions …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Sean Longstaff is saving Leeds United when it matters most
A deep dive into why Leeds United's reliance on stoppage-time heroics from …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Manchester City are boringly inevitable again
Manchester City's narrow win over Burnley puts them on top of the …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Hearts are surviving the pressure, but the stats warn of a late collapse
Hearts are top of the table, but with only 2 goals in …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Man United are stuck in a cycle of indecision with Michael Carrick
Manchester United are once again spinning their wheels, leaving Michael Carrick in …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
The tragedy of Alex Manninger hits deeper than any scoreline
The football world is mourning Alex Manninger, an Arsenal icon whose steady …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Liam Rosenior and the tactical collapse at Chelsea
Liam Rosenior is at a breaking point after a series of defensive …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Chelsea’s injury crisis creates a massive selection headache for Potter
Chelsea are facing a critical selection crisis as their injury ward expands, …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
NWSL joins the fight against the ACL epidemic with new research push
The NWSL has joined forces with the WSL and Fifpro in a …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Coventry City have finally broken the Championship glass ceiling
Coventry City have secured the Championship title and a return to the …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Michael Carrick has brought quiet to Old Trafford but the board remains unconvinced
Manchester United’s hierarchy is stalling on Michael Carrick’s permanent appointment despite a …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Liam Rosenior is running out of time and goals at Stamford Bridge
Liam Rosenior’s tenure at Chelsea has reached a breaking point following a …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Cole Palmer's injury adds to Chelsea's downward spiral
Cole Palmer's injury against Brighton highlighted a total institutional failure as Chelsea …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Chelsea crisis: Cesc Fabregas linked as Liam Rosenior faces the sack
Liam Rosenior's job is hanging by a thread following a fifth straight …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Lincoln City Won The Battle. Now For The War.
After a dominant League One title win, Lincoln City now face the …
5 months, 2 weeks ago