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
West Ham's conflict of interest mess proves why regulation isn't easy
The Independent Football Regulator just hit a snag with the David Sullivan …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Scotland are back at the World Cup table after 28 years of misery
After a 28-year drought, Scotland returns to the World Cup stage. Here …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Tuchel has a selection headache before England's Croatia opener
Thomas Tuchel faces a selection crisis ahead of England's Croatia opener, with …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Arsenal's transfer window needs more than just a £34m depth signing
Arsenal's reported £34m interest in wide attackers suggests a move for depth, …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Ryan Christie betting on himself with fresh Bournemouth deal
Bournemouth secures Ryan Christie for three more years, but is internal stability …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Scotland’s 1998 ghosts still loom large over the national team
Scotland’s 1998 World Cup effort remains a cautionary tale of defensive frailty …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
The math behind the spoiler-free sports consumption trend
Over 68% of fans now avoid live broadcasts, yet broadcaster spoiler habits …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Matheus Fernandes is the tactical reset Manchester United desperately need
Manchester United are pushing for Matheus Fernandes as their priority midfield target, …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in International Football
From the Maracanazo to the streets of Belo Horizonte, these are the …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Amazon wants you to listen to Southgate while the highlights stay dead
Broadcasters are killing morning highlights, so Amazon is filling the void with …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Canada and Bosnia are stuck in a tactical stalemate
Canada and Bosnia are locked at 1-1. The match has turned into …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Canada avoids disaster with a late lifeline from Larin
Canada managed a late comeback against Bosnia-Herzegovina, but the tactical struggle in …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Michael Buble opening a World Cup tournament is the peak surreal sports moment
FIFA is kicking off the World Cup with Michael Buble, and I …
3 months, 3 weeks agoCanada’s defensive shape is failing the litmus test against Bosnia
Canada is down, and the tactical choices are to blame. I'm breaking …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Xabi Alonso is already shaking up the Chelsea squad
Xabi Alonso is already shaping Chelsea's summer with aggressive pursuit of Michael …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Elliot Anderson transfer update: Muscle injury clouds Newcastle exit
Newcastle midfielder Elliot Anderson's transfer market value is being squeezed by a …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Bellingham is ready but England's backline remains a massive gamble
Jude Bellingham is locked in for the World Cup opener, but Gareth …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments of the 2025-26 Football Season
A rapid-fire breakdown of the most significant moments that shaped the 2025-26 …
3 months, 4 weeks ago
Why the USA struggle in opening matches won't stop them this summer
The USA is laboring under the weight of host expectations. Here is …
3 months, 4 weeks agoBrazil vs Morocco is the trap game we all need
Brazil has the talent, but Morocco has the tactical discipline to turn …
3 months, 4 weeks ago