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
Pep Guardiola's Manchester City era reaches a reflective conclusion
As Guardiola leaves his mark on City, Roy Keane's harsh assessment of …
4 months ago
Robin van Persie gets the axe and it stings for Arsenal fans
Robin van Persie’s tenure at Feyenoord has ended prematurely, and it is …
4 months ago
Top 10: Most Disruptive Moments in Modern Football Preparation
As Scotland scrambles to retool before their 2026 opener, we rank the …
4 months ago
Arsenal's transfer strategy pivots as scouting targets shift
Arsenal are pivoting their transfer strategy as the World Cup nears, shifting …
4 months ago
Tottenham’s reckless pursuit of Jan Paul van Hecke is becoming a problem
Tottenham's pursuit of Jan Paul van Hecke has hit a dead end, …
4 months ago
Danny Dyer's England Rant Has Us All Asking Where Bowen Is
Danny Dyer is fuming, the fans are bickering, and Thomas Tuchel is …
4 months ago
Top 10: Defining Football Moments of the 2026 Build-up
Four days out from the World Cup, we examine the ten moments …
4 months agoStingy fans or price-gouging thieves: The stadium beer scandal
Paying nearly fifteen quid for a lukewarm pint at a friendly is …
4 months ago
Manchester United eye defensive overhaul as World Cup countdown begins
Manchester United are weighing a significant defensive overhaul, but the looming World …
4 months ago
Real Madrid readying 150m euro bid for Florian Wirtz
A deep dive into Madrid's pursuit of Florian Wirtz, examining tactical fit, …
4 months ago
Germany’s World Cup prep hinges on Kai Havertz’s form
Germany’s tactical clarity and Kai Havertz's form set them apart as the …
4 months ago
Top 10 Liverpool Moments and Moves: The New Era Begins
Andoni Iraola takes charge as Liverpool navigates a uncertain tactical transition. From …
4 months ago
Rafael Leao just gave Portugal a massive headache before the World Cup
Rafael Leao's red card against Chile has left Portugal in a lurch …
4 months ago
Top 10: Definitive Moments of the Cristiano Ronaldo Era
Ronaldo is not merely a stat sheet filler; he is a career-long …
4 months ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in Recent English Football
A deep dive into the defining moments of England's recent footballing timeline, …
4 months ago
Ollie Watkins is playing for his England future against New Zealand
Ollie Watkins is on the hot seat. After missing a clear chance …
4 months ago
Harry Kane injury scare looms over England ahead of World Cup opener
Harry Kane faces a race against time for the World Cup following …
4 months ago
England's World Cup warm-up in Tampa exposed some ugly truths
Harry Kane's header secured a win against New Zealand, but England's tactical …
4 months ago
Real Madrid are trying to buy the entire world again
Real Madrid are back to their old tricks, with transfer rumors flying …
4 months ago
Scotland actually scored, so check your windows for flying pigs
Scotland's pre-World Cup friendly against Bolivia has left fans in a state …
4 months ago