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
Milan’s pursuit of Markus Krösche hits a wall in Frankfurt
AC Milan’s pursuit of Markus Krösche has hit a major roadblock as …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Danny Rohl is finally gone and Rangers fans have absolutely no chill
Rangers move on from Danny Rohl as the Derek McInnes era looms. …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Messi's latest injury setback signals the end of an era
Lionel Messi is sidelined with a Grade 2 hamstring strain, leaving his …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Danny Rohl’s exit proves Rangers have lost their North Star
Danny Rohl is gone, and Rangers are staring down the barrel of …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Danny Rohl walks out on Rangers: What this means for Ibrox
Danny Rohl has abandoned his post at Rangers for Red Bull Salzburg. …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Thomas Tuchel doubles down on England identity before Croatia opener
Thomas Tuchel stands firm on his high-intensity style, dismissing heat-related modifications ahead …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
England are sleepwalking into their World Cup opener
England's World Cup opener is looming, and the fans are officially losing …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Austria return to the big stage with a reality check
Austria marked their 28-year World Cup return with a win, but a …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Messi just dropped a hat-trick for the culture and we aren't worthy
Messi equaled the World Cup scoring record against Algeria, and the internet …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Portugal's secret weapon is a guy named Austin MacPhee
Austin MacPhee's transition from Villa's set-piece guru to Portugal's secret weapon shows …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Darwin Nunez to Manchester United rumors make zero sense for either side
Darwin Nunez to Manchester United rumors are surfacing, but the analysis of …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal face transfer reality check after failed £92m move
Arsenal's summer plans hit a speed bump after a £92m target move …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal pivot to Sandro Tonali as midfield recruitment plans shift
Arsenal are exploring a potential swoop for Newcastle's Sandro Tonali as they …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Austria need more than Schmid's brilliance to survive the group stage
Austria dispatched Jordan, but the lack of structure proves they aren't ready …
3 months, 3 weeks agoMbappe just reminded the world why France is the team to beat
Mbappe turned a trash penalty call into a clinic, proving France has …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Mbappe's fitness under scrutiny after scare in France's win over Senegal
Kylian Mbappe’s status is currently under medical review after the French star …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Argentina vs Algeria: Messi faces a tactical puzzle in opening group game
Argentina takes the stage against a disciplined Algerian side prepared to choke …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Ghana are at a tactical crossroads without Thomas Partey
Thomas Partey's visa disaster ruins Ghana's World Cup opener preparations, leaving a …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Mbappe is hitting peak form just as the knockouts loom
Kylian Mbappe is showing clinical efficiency as France takes 3-1 victory over …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Ghana's visa disaster is a masterclass in self-sabotage
The Ghana national team is dealing with a self-inflicted disaster, leaving fans …
3 months, 3 weeks ago