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
Why Klopp's prediction about Mo Salah's record ignores the medical reality
Jurgen Klopp believes Hugo Ekitike can break Mohamed Salah's 250-goal record. But …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Wales are out of the World Cup but Craig Bellamy is building a monster
Missing out on the 2026 World Cup in North America is a …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: The Moments Data and Gaming Invaded Real Football
From a Football Manager gamer leading team talks at Kings Park Rangers …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Martin Ho thinks Tottenham are a sleeping giant but the derby will prove if they are awake
Martin Ho has signed a new long-term deal at Tottenham, declaring the …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Anfield's Emotional Canvas: Klopp and Gerrard Return to Paint New Memories
Jurgen Klopp and Steven Gerrard make their highly anticipated returns to Anfield …
6 months, 2 weeks agoGyokeres is making Arsenal fans dream while Europe ignores the signs
Our weekly power rankings for under-the-radar players who could decide the title …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Most Defining Moments of the 2026 Qualifying Cycle
The road to 2026 shattered dreams for Wales and Ireland, highlighting tactical …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Ireland's World Cup dream dies in the most Irish way possible
Ireland's 2026 World Cup dreams ended in familiar agony as the Czech …
6 months, 2 weeks agoKlopp's €100m Farewell Gift: Genius or Gilded Cage for Liverpool's Future?
Jürgen Klopp, even on his way out, is reportedly orchestrating a €100 …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
INEOS prepares £180m double swoop as the Rashford era nears its end
Manchester United are targeting a massive summer overhaul with a £100m move …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10 Heart-Stopping International Play-off Moments
The World Cup play-offs are football's ultimate pressure cooker. From Thierry Henry's …
6 months, 2 weeks agoThe brutal physical cost of Northern Ireland's defensive masterclass
Defending deep against Italy looks heroic on television, but the medical reality …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
AC Milan's strategy is a complete disaster and the Rashford rumor proves it
With nine players in contract limbo and a humiliating national team snub, …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
PSG's weekend off is a massive insult to Liverpool and Lens
PSG's successful bid to postpone their crucial Ligue 1 clash against Lens …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
KMI panel confirms Arsenal and Newcastle robbed of penalties in latest VAR mess
The Key Match Incidents panel confirms Arsenal and Newcastle were denied clear …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Maria McAneny just broke the internet and a world record in two seconds
Celtic's Maria McAneny has officially entered the history books as Guinness World …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Callum Slattery's summer move in jeopardy after shock four-match simulation ban
Motherwell star Callum Slattery faces a career-defining hurdle after the SFA handed …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Liverpool fans are in absolute meltdown over the Xabi Alonso rumors
Arne Slot is on the ropes, Mo Salah is packing his bags, …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal target Kvaratskhelia and Gordon in major left-wing overhaul
Arsenal are actively exploring a massive summer move for Napoli’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Newcastle are raiding Arsenal's disgruntled stars to build their new era
Newcastle United are moving fast ahead of the summer window, targeting a …
6 months, 2 weeks ago