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
Arsenal fans are losing their minds over the title race
Arsenal fans are spiraling as Mikel Arteta questions the squad's title mentality …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Michael Carrick is walking a tightrope at Old Trafford
Michael Carrick’s position is looking increasingly precarious as United’s Champions League ambitions …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
The Championship automatic promotion race is absolutely collapsing into chaos
The Championship promotion race has tightened significantly after Ipswich's defeat at Portsmouth, …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
England’s win over Spain hides a lingering tactical headache
England beat Spain at Wembley, but defensive dependency and a lack of …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Manchester United eye Bournemouth overhaul as summer plans shift
Manchester United are monitoring Bournemouth stars while simultaneously weighing a managerial change, …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Javier Mascherano leaves Inter Miami in shocking post-title departure
Javier Mascherano has resigned as Inter Miami manager after a disastrous start …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Football Season
A deep dive into the 10 moments that defined the 2026 football …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal face the Etihad wall with no room for error
Arsenal travel to the Etihad today for a title decider that threatens …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Barcelona have a mountain to climb against Simeone's compact wall
Barcelona face a grueling uphill battle tonight at the Metropolitano as they …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Barca benched Rashford and Lewy and the internet is losing it
Hansi Flick has stunned the football world by benching Marcus Rashford and …
5 months, 3 weeks agoAndoni Iraola leaving Bournemouth is a total disaster for the Premier League
Andoni Iraola is ditching Bournemouth and it's a total disaster for the …
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Top 10: The Moments That Broke Celtic's Title Defense
Celtic are only three points off the top, but Chris Sutton has …
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Andoni Iraola is ditching Bournemouth and the Premier League is about to break
Andoni Iraola's shock departure from Bournemouth isn't just a loss for the …
5 months, 4 weeks agoThe Premier League is now just a forensic accounting competition
We used to argue about two-footed tackles and late winners. Now we …
5 months, 4 weeks agoWales vs Romania is exactly the kind of sickos football we need
It isn't glamorous and the players are exhausted, but a summer friendly …
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Chelsea's impending fire sale will trigger a total tactical collapse next season
Chelsea's 2024/25 financial accounts confirm the club must become a selling operation …
5 months, 4 weeks ago
AC Milan's half-billion euro project is finally running out of excuses
AC Milan has spent over €500m for a single trophy under RedBird, …
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Chelsea's psychological rot requires more than just a quick fix
Chelsea is facing a systemic collapse as reports suggest the squad needs …
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Rangers escalate referee feud as Celtic legend calls the title race
Rangers are reportedly organizing a summit on Scottish refereeing standards, while the …
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Man United hesitate on Rashford replacements as shock target emerges
With a top-five finish vital to their summer budget, Manchester United are …
5 months, 4 weeks ago