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
Alejandro Garnacho to Villa is the weirdest rumor of the summer
Alejandro Garnacho to Aston Villa? The rumors are flying, and the fanbase …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Why Goncalo Inacio is the key to fixing Milan's broken defense
AC Milan conceded 49 goals in the 2023-24 Serie A campaign. Why …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
The 2026 World Cup legacy is just a giant middle finger to the locals
The 2026 World Cup was a masterclass in revenue extraction that left …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Nauru's search for an identity on the pitch
With no history and no infrastructure, Nauru is the last frontier of …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Dibu Martinez thinking about leaving Argentina is absolute madness
Emiliano Martinez is reportedly considering his international future with Argentina. Here is …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Chelsea prepare to wrap up Valentin Barco deal after World Cup drama
Chelsea are closing in on a £34m deal for Valentin Barco, despite …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Chelsea burning cash on Rogers: Genius move or total squad bloat?
Chelsea are dropping huge cash on Morgan Rogers, but fans are split …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of Football 2026
From the rescinded World Cup red cards to the chaotic Argentina-Spain fallout, …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Football World Cup
A rapid-fire breakdown of the most significant, controversial, and defining moments from …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Premier League Moments of the 2025/26 Campaign
A rapid-fire breakdown of the defining, chaotic, and frustrating moments from the …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Thomas Tuchel's England project is hitting a historical wall
England's reliance on individual brilliance under Thomas Tuchel is failing. With a …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Pep Guardiola is weighing up a move into the international game
Pep Guardiola is eyeing an international role, with Italy and England reportedly …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Argentina are acting like the team nobody likes for a reason
Argentina’s recent disciplinary issues prove they are trading their championship glory for …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Definitive Moments of the 2026 World Cup
From the political optics of the final to the logistical blunders of …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Everton move fast to seal Jutta Rantala deal from Leicester
Everton have agreed a deal to sign Finland international Jutta Rantala from …
2 months, 2 weeks agoChelsea burned £117 million on a ghost and Merson is finally right
Chelsea dropped £117m on Morgan Rogers, and even Paul Merson is fed …
2 months, 2 weeks agoWhen Fergie and Keegan shared a piano, football died in the best way
Sir Alex Ferguson and Kevin Keegan sharing a piano in a bar? …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Pep to Italy and the loss of a legend: a weird week in football
Pep Guardiola might be heading to Italy, but the sport is still …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Football Moments of 2026
The 2026 football season captured the volatility that currently dictates the global …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Nico Williams nursing high-grade ankle sprain following World Cup win
Spain's World Cup final hero Nico Williams faces an eight-week recovery following …
2 months, 2 weeks ago