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
France versus Iraq: Why Deschamps must address the transition trap
France faces a tactical headache against Iraq, as disjointed midfield spacing threatens …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Rade Bogdanovic proves some people are still living in the 1970s
Rade Bogdanovic's recent comments on Serbian TV have sparked a massive backlash. …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in Modern Professional Football
From Lionel Messi's record-breaking run to the shifting tactical trends of modern …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Why the World Cup broadcast chaos is driving everyone insane
Fans are at their breaking point as broadcast teams struggle to fill …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: New Zealand's 2026 World Cup campaign moments
A tactical breakdown of New Zealand's 3-1 loss to Egypt in their …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Germany lose Nico Schlotterbeck to tournament-ending injury
Germany's defensive stability took a major hit today as Nico Schlotterbeck was …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Bukayo Saka injury puts England’s knockout depth to the test
Bukayo Saka is nursing a fitness concern as England prepares for Ghana. …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Germany’s defensive cracks appear as Schlotterbeck exits the tournament
Nico Schlotterbeck’s injury forces Julian Nagelsmann into a tactical retreat. Can Germany …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Ruben Amorim's Milan project is already looking like a power struggle
Ruben Amorim takes the helm at Milan with unprecedented power, but a …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Lionel Messi Injury Watch: Argentina's campaign faces critical setback
Lionel Messi is a major doubt following a calf strain in training, …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Thomas Frank reveals his tactical obsession with scouting the World Cup
Thomas Frank discusses his rigorous, internal scouting process for spotting talent during …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Alcohol in the stands is a win for the WSL, but the real work starts now
Allowing alcohol in the stands is a major win for the WSL, …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Liverpool aggressive move for Yan Diomande signals new recruitment direction
Liverpool are ramping up pursuit of RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande with a …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Burnley fans are losing their minds over the Broja transfer rumors
Burnley fans are spiraling over rumors linking Armando Broja to Serie A. …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal chasing Rashford is the most delusional move of the summer
Arsenal's reported interest in Marcus Rashford is a total non-starter. I’m breaking …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Why Liverpool are targeting Yan Diomande's specific brand of chaos
Focusing on his 34.2% pressure success rate, Yan Diomande represents a high-risk, …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Celtic eye defensive reinforcements as Saracchi transfer talks heat up
Celtic have launched a formal bid for a new defender while negotiations …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
The Marcus Rashford Paradox: Somewhere Between Manchester and the World Stage
At 28, Marcus Rashford is grappling with fitness and a complicated future …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
New Zealand vs Egypt: The Group G tactical breakdown
With Egypt's 62% possession average clashing against New Zealand's defensive structural gaps, …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Milan are currently burning through front office capital like a bonfire
Milan's front office is in total disarray as Kirovski struggles to reach …
3 months, 2 weeks ago