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
Spurs hit rock bottom as Tudor exits and Vicario requires surgery
Igor Tudor lasted just 44 days at Tottenham. Now, whoever takes over …
6 months, 1 week ago
The international break just broke the Premier League title race
Tottenham Hotspur's season has hit rock bottom as manager Igor Tudor leaves …
6 months, 1 week ago
Ireland calling up Millenic Alli tells you everything you need to know
Portsmouth winger Millenic Alli gets his first Republic of Ireland call-up for …
6 months, 1 week ago
Chelsea's chaotic 4-3 win over Villa exposes fatal title flaws
Chelsea reclaimed second place in the WSL with a wild 4-3 win …
6 months, 1 week ago
Arne Slot's tactical arrogance is destroying Liverpool from the inside
With the midfield broken and the shadow of Mo Salah's departure looming, …
6 months, 1 week ago
Chelsea's chaotic 4-3 win over Villa has the fanbase completely divided
Chelsea reclaimed second place in the WSL with a wild 4-3 win …
6 months, 1 week ago
Why everyone is furious about Tuchel's vanishing England squad
Thomas Tuchel's 35-man England squad is dropping like flies, and the internet …
6 months, 1 week ago
Why WSL fans are fighting over this weekend's free TV streams
Sky Sports is broadcasting two WSL games for free this weekend, and …
6 months, 1 week ago
Alessia Russo just humiliated Tottenham's defense in 45 minutes
Alessia Russo smashed a first-half hat-trick as Arsenal hammered Tottenham 5-2 at …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Spurs fans protest De Zerbi while Sean Dyche laughs them off in a pub
With Spurs staring down a relegation battle under Igor Tudor, the fanbase …
6 months, 2 weeks agoWhy the great England squad exodus makes perfect sense right now
The outrage machine is in overdrive about players ditching the England squad, …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Manchester United’s £190m midfield crisis requires a ruthless tactical reset
With the Premier League set to return, Manchester United's impending managerial shift …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Why Arsenal are targeting Alvarez, Kvaratskhelia and a Chelsea wildcard
Arsenal are preparing a massive summer overhaul. From Napoli's Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Why Scotland's tedious Japan defeat should worry Steve Clarke
With just 75 days until the World Cup, Scotland's passive 1-0 loss …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal are ready to break the bank for Julian Alvarez and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Arsenal are leading the race for Julian Alvarez as Atletico Madrid block …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Senegal's Stade de France rebellion and the tactical cost of defiance
Senegal paraded their stripped AFCON trophy in Paris ahead of a clash …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Thomas Tuchel's Brutal England Centre-Back Pecking Order
Thomas Tuchel has handed Harry Maguire a harsh reality check ahead of …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Liverpool's 10-player derby win is a fitness nightmare
Liverpool secured a 3-2 derby win over Everton with ten players. While …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Newcastle edge Spurs in race to sign Man City's James Trafford
Newcastle United have reportedly overtaken Tottenham Hotspur in the pursuit of Manchester …
6 months, 2 weeks agoArsenal face a severe tactical test against a reborn Spurs side
The North London Derby brings unique pressure. Arsenal are heavy favorites, but …
6 months, 2 weeks ago