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
Real Madrid's leadership chaos exposes a desperate transfer strategy
Real Madrid's presidential election has become a circus, but the tactical failures …
4 months ago
West Ham's boardroom crisis reveals the rot at the heart of the club
David Sullivan's resignation as West Ham chair amidst an impending Panorama investigation …
4 months ago
Macclesfield chaos reveals a club drifting toward disaster
Robert Smethurst's suspension at Macclesfield FC has left the club in a …
4 months ago
Bureaucracy is already sabotaging Iran's World Cup buildup
Logistical nightmares and visa denials are threatening the competitive integrity of Iran's …
4 months ago
West Ham transition as the World Cup countdown hits zero
With David Sullivan gone and the World Cup five days away, West …
4 months ago
FIFA's hydration flip-flop exposes North American logistics chaos
FIFA's flip-flop on plastic water bottles isn't just a minor policy update; …
4 months ago
Iran’s visa crisis proves the World Cup is already stumbling
Logistical failures and visa denials have pushed the Iranian squad out of …
4 months ago
Manchester United's aggressive pursuit of Mateus Fernandes faces West Ham block
Manchester United are pushing for Mateus Fernandes, but West Ham's 80m demand …
4 months ago
Andoni Iraola kicks off a chaotic summer at Anfield
Andoni Iraola is set for a massive squad overhaul at Liverpool, with …
4 months ago
Scotland’s hype man is the chaos agent we didn't know we needed
Scotland's goalkeeper Liam Kelly has been labeled the team's 'hype man' for …
4 months ago
Nobody asked for a World Cup quiz and the internet is letting FIFA hear it
With the World Cup kickoff just five days away, the community is …
4 months ago
Arteta is prioritizing ceiling over safety this summer
As Arsenal pivots to transfer targets like Eli Junior Kroupi, the club …
4 months ago
England's tactical collapse against Spain reveals deeper systemic failures
England's 4-0 loss to Spain stands as their heaviest defeat in 17 …
4 months agoCan Brazil finally exorcise their demons on the North American stage?
Brazil heads into the 2026 tournament with immense talent, but lingering defensive …
4 months agoPressure, hype, and the long road to June 11
The USMNT carries immense pressure into a home tournament, but historical precedents …
4 months ago
Tottenham's ownership chaos is a distraction they cannot afford
Tottenham Hotspur faces an identity crisis as ownership uncertainty clashes with the …
4 months ago
Scotland’s World Cup prep is making everyone lose their minds
Scotland's World Cup prep is hitting a fever pitch as the nation …
4 months ago
Thomas Tuchel is playing a dangerous game with England's World Cup squad
Thomas Tuchel is juggling transfer drama, questionable veteran call-ups, and shaky pitch …
4 months ago
Fifa’s water bottle backtrack is the least of our worries
As kickoff approaches, the focus should be on tactical preparation, but stadium …
4 months ago
Daniel Levy selling a slice of Spurs is breaking the internet
The internet is in total meltdown mode over Daniel Levy's latest move, …
4 months ago