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
Ireland playing Israel in Hungary and Serbia is a complete circus
Empty stands, a silent TV broadcast, and an Irish 'home' game in …
2 weeks, 2 days ago
Benjamin Sesko scan headlines growing Manchester United injury crisis
Benjamin Sesko undergoes an MRI scan in London today as Manchester United …
2 weeks, 2 days agoMan United Walking Away From Arsenal Stars Is the Same Old Story
Manchester United spinning their failed chase for Arsenal talent as financial discipline …
2 weeks, 2 days ago
CONCACAF's Tactical Reckoning: Pepi's Injury, Madrid Derby Dynamics, and USMNT Dilemmas
An exhaustive analytical breakdown of Futbol Americas' latest episode, examining Ricardo Pepi's …
2 weeks, 2 days ago
Liverpool's midfield gap is real and January might bring an Inter Milan fix
Liverpool are weighing up a January move for Inter Milan midfielder Aleksandar …
2 weeks, 2 days ago
Pochettino's Systemic Mandate, Pulisic's Legacy, and the European Tactical Void
An exhaustive editorial investigation into Alexi Lalas's State of the Union analysis, …
2 weeks, 2 days ago
Sebastien Pocognoli just sent a clear message with his latest Scotland squad
With Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean out and eight uncapped players called …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
The Tactical Paradigm Shift: Deconstructing North London's Crisis & Mid-Table Revolution
An exhaustive analytical breakdown of The Athletic FC Podcast's forensic post-mortem on …
2 weeks, 3 days agoSpain Are Going to Steamroll Everyone at the 2026 World Cup
Forget the hype around England and Brazil. Spain's ruthless tactical engine makes …
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Anatomy of Anxious Excellence: Arteta, Geopolitics, and FIFA's Moral Vacuum
An exhaustive analytical breakdown of The Guardian Football Weekly's milestone episode dissecting …
2 weeks, 3 days agoGary Neville Is Right: Man United's Craven Cottage Meltdown Was Embarrassing
Matheus Cunha saved a point at Craven Cottage, but Man United walking …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
Man City beat Sunderland 5-3, but their defense looks broken
Manchester City reached the Premier League summit with a 5-3 win over …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
Spurs spent £300m just to end up in the relegation zone
Tottenham Hotspur's £300m summer spending spree has resulted in zero wins, a …
2 weeks, 4 days agoWhy the USMNT 2026 World Cup Hype is Hitting a Reality Wall
The USMNT has talent and home advantage, but expecting a 2026 World …
2 weeks, 4 days agoFIFA's 48-team group stage was a complete circus and we all know it
FIFA's expanded 48-team group stage ruined traditional stakes, creating a logistical nightmare …
2 weeks, 4 days agoMexico are marching straight into a World Cup disaster at Estadio Azteca
El Tri fans dream of World Cup glory on home soil, but …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
Anatomy of a Paradigm Shift: USWNT Tactical Evolution and NWSL Cultural Branding
Episode #175 of USA Soccercast presents a pivotal blueprint for both the …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
The Anatomy of City's Rebuild: Nico O'Reilly and Pep Guardiola's Post-Transition Machine
As Pep Guardiola navigates a massive 67 percent squad overhaul at Manchester …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
The Pragmatic Rebellion: Tactical Realism and the Death of the Premier League Blowout
An analytical breakdown of key takeaways from The Totally Football Show, exploring …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
Aston Villa's £43m chase for Alejandro Garnacho is getting serious
Aston Villa are exploring a £43m deal for Alejandro Garnacho as Unai …
2 weeks, 5 days ago