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
Tuchel's England selection headache is officially here
Thomas Tuchel's England selection debates are reaching a boiling point. With Bukayo …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Chelsea's midfield puzzle and the looming Enzo Fernandez exit
Enzo Fernandez’s Chelsea future looks increasingly precarious as the club faces a …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Unai Emery's high-line gamble at Villa faces a Pervis Estupinan reality check
Unai Emery's pursuit of Pervis Estupinan signals a tactical shift for Aston …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Bukayo Saka’s hat-trick isn't enough to bury the ghosts of England’s defeat
Bukayo Saka’s hat-trick against France masked deep-seated tactical flaws that doomed England’s …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
England's 2026 World Cup run was a statistical anomaly
England finished 3rd in 2026, but defensive stats reveal a team that …
2 months, 2 weeks agoMbappe's pre-final jab at Messi was a tactical blunder for the ages
Mbappe's attempt to undermine South American football before the 2022 final was …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Elite Football Moments of the Modern Era
A deep dive into the 10 moments that defined modern football history, …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Old Trafford is buzzing but United fans are still twitchy
United's summer is in full swing, and everyone from the spreadsheets-and-stats nerds …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Manchester United nearing exit as 38 million pound deal nears finish line
Manchester United look to offload a 38 million pound asset as they …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Thomas Tuchel's stock hits record high following England's World Cup run
Thomas Tuchel's tactical triumph with England in their high-scoring World Cup final …
2 months, 2 weeks agoThis Week in Football: Chaos in Miami and a Summer of Spending (Jul 13–Jul 19, 2026)
England takes bronze after a 6-4 thriller in Miami, while Chelsea splashes …
2 months, 2 weeks agoEngland’s tactical chaos against France exposes deeper defensive flaws
A tactical breakdown of England's 6-4 win over France, highlighting the fragility …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Pre-season is a total lie and we're all falling for it again
It's that time of year again: the grass is cut, the sun …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
West Ham's transfer strategy is hitting a wall
West Ham's summer window is stalling, with targets slipping away and negotiations …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Folarin Balogun's World Cup saga signals a messy summer ahead for club scouts
Analyzing the Folarin Balogun situation through the lens of recent FIFA regulatory …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2026 Season
A deep dive into the transfer market, the tactical shifts defining the …
2 months, 2 weeks agoManchester United losing to Wrexham is peak summer chaos
Manchester United's pre-season start was a disaster against Wrexham, exposing deep cracks …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Manchester United stumbles in Wrexham pre-season opener
Manchester United's pre-season opener against Wrexham exposed significant tactical gaps and a …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Manchester United's pre-season rot continues in Wrexham loss
A tactical breakdown of Manchester United's struggles against Wrexham and the worrying …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: Manchester United's summer pressure list
Manchester United enters a high-stakes pre-season with major questions regarding player futures, …
2 months, 3 weeks ago