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
On This Day in Football: July 23
From the cynical capture of Gonzalo Higuain by Juventus to the fading …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Derek McInnes is playing a dangerous game with the SFA
Derek McInnes is doubling down on a four-match touchline ban, but contesting …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Eddie Howe remains committed to Newcastle’s evolving transfer blueprint
Eddie Howe is fully aligned with Newcastle's transfer strategy as the club …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal defensive depth tested as William Saliba faces lengthy layoff
William Saliba is out for an extended period with a back injury, …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
FSG explores massive Liverpool minority sale as billionaire interest peaks
Fenway Sports Group is in talks to sell a 30% stake in …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Derek McInnes will start his Rangers era in the stands after SFA ban
Derek McInnes faces a 4-match SFA touchline ban as Rangers manager following …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Phil Foden's extension is a calculated gamble on City's post-Pep future
Phil Foden's new contract is a massive bet by Manchester City on …
2 months, 2 weeks agoArsenal's transfer window is turning into a chaotic fever dream
Arsenal's transfer window is devolving into a chaotic mess defined by failed …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Pep Guardiola to Italy? Inside the federation's ambitious pitch
The Italian FA is aggressively courting Pep Guardiola for the national team …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Season
From the shift to verticality to the Tactical Foul crackdown, we break …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
West Ham face a frantic internal battle over Crysencio Summerville
Al-Hilal have set a £68.3m price point for Crysencio Summerville, but Roma …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Tottenham playing MK Dons is the peak of preseason chaos
Tottenham's training ground clash with MK Dons has the internet spiraling, and …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Postecoglou gambles on Tonali and Fernandes rotation against MK Dons
Ange Postecoglou tests a risky midfield combination as Tottenham faces MK Dons …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Rafael Leao to Turkey? Breaking down AC Milan's wild summer transfer dilemma
Rafael Leao is reportedly open to a loan move to Istanbul as …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Tottenham are making a massive gamble on their forward line this summer
Spurs are letting promising young talent walk while Harry Kane rumors swirl. …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Nottingham Forest fans are losing their minds over the Diomande pursuit
Nottingham Forest is pushing hard for Ousmane Diomande, and the fan base …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Liverpool wanting Maghnes Akliouche is classic Michael Edwards behavior
Liverpool have reportedly made an initial approach for Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche, …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Leandro Paredes transfer noise: What the latest links mean for his future
Leandro Paredes is at a career crossroads. We analyze the tactical reality …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Why the £100m transfer fee is a trap that will kill club margins
A deep dive into why nine-figure transfer fees are a tactical and …
2 months, 2 weeks agoThe FA is embarrassing English football again
The FA is pulling in millions while leaving the national amputee football …
2 months, 2 weeks ago