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
Top 10: Definitive Moments of the 2026 World Cup
The Djed Spence mask phenomenon and the high-stakes bidding war for Oumar …
2 months, 3 weeks agoEngland and Argentina are stuck in a tactical deadlock
England's recent stalemate against Argentina in Atlanta reveals a team paralyzed by …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Liverpool eye Djed Spence as Tottenham open door for summer exit
Liverpool are targeting Tottenham's Djed Spence as the full-back is deemed surplus …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal offloading Trossard is a head-scratcher
Leandro Trossard's move to Besiktas leaves a gaping hole in Arsenal's attack. …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
The World Cup hangover is hitting hard and the internet is losing it
Host cities, bloated formats, and enough fan debate to fill a stadium: …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Serie A officiating chaos ends as fraud charges are dropped
Italian prosecutors have dropped the sports fraud case against referee boss Gianluca …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Why everyone is losing their minds over the London City Lionesses
London City Lionesses are currently spending like they are on a mission …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Thomas Meunier to Sunderland is the strangest signing of the summer
Sunderland signed Thomas Meunier, and the internet is losing its collective mind …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Tuchel's rigid block will choke Argentina and put England in the final
England face defending champions Argentina in the World Cup semi-final. Can Thomas …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
West Ham are playing a dangerous game with Crysencio Summerville
West Ham are stalling on a deal for Crysencio Summerville, and the …
2 months, 3 weeks agoLiverpool chasing Bouaddi is the definition of transfer window panic
Liverpool is scrambling for Plan C and Bouaddi has become the target, …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Why Jude Bellingham is the only answer to Argentina tonight
Jude Bellingham is the key to stopping Messi. Here is why England …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
England vs Argentina: The tactical reality of stopping Lionel Messi
Analyzing Tuchel's tactical setup, England's mental history against Argentina, and the specific …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Tottenham is allergic to logic in this transfer window
Spurs are burning bridges and chasing shadows, leaving fans questioning if the …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Why Liverpool's pursuit of Bradley Barcola is hitting a snag
Liverpool's pursuit of Bradley Barcola is at risk as shifting defensive priorities …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Thomas Meunier at Sunderland is a fever dream that might actually work
Thomas Meunier is joining Sunderland, and it’s the kind of high-stakes gamble …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Lewis Dobbin facing recovery delay after Southampton medical complications
Lewis Dobbin's move to Southampton has stalled following medical concerns, casting doubt …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Harry Kane and Will Keane are charting vastly different career trajectories
A deep dive into the diverging paths of Harry Kane and Will …
2 months, 3 weeks agoKyra Cooney-Cross reminds us why we care about the game
We treat athletes like untouchable icons, but Kyra Cooney-Cross reminds us that …
2 months, 3 weeks agoUnlocking the Mind of Pep: Is 'Pep Confidential' Worth the Read?
If you've ever stared at a passing map and wondered what makes …
2 months, 3 weeks ago