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
Mac Allister's antics are destroying Liverpool's midfield structure
Jamie Carragher was entirely justified in blasting Alexis Mac Allister during the …
2 weeks, 1 day ago
Arsenal gatecrash the Isak race as Slot searches for Liverpool's edge
Arsenal have officially entered the race for Newcastle's Alexander Isak, joining Liverpool …
2 weeks, 1 day agoWayne Rooney crying on live TV just justified his entire BBC salary
We spent three days arguing over Rooney's BBC paycheck, only for him …
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Fletcher's FA charge proves United are entering Wembley with a grudge
Darren Fletcher faces an FA charge just as Manchester United prepare for …
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Jamie Carragher is right — Liverpool have lost their statistical identity
Liverpool's PPDA has plummeted to 13.8 as Jamie Carragher slams a squad …
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Top 10 Moments That Defined the 2025-2026 Football Season
From Pep Guardiola's exit admission to the chaotic Champions League semi-finals, we …
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Southampton 'Spygate' Allegations: A Deep Cut to Playoff Integrity
Middlesbrough have launched an extraordinary demand for Southampton's expulsion from the Championship …
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Hearts are 90 minutes away from destroying the Old Firm monopoly
For the first time since the mid-80s, the Scottish Premiership title might …
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West Ham's Relegation Dance: Moyes, Mismanagement, and a Frail Future
West Ham United face a desperate fight for Premier League survival, with …
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Daniel Farke putting Leeds ownership on blast is classic summer drama
Daniel Farke just told Leeds United he's not the right man for …
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Real Madrid's massive gamble on José Mourinho will end in trophies or tears
Thirteen years after leaving in a storm of controversy, José Mourinho is …
2 weeks, 1 day agoSalah and Wirtz benching at Villa Park signals Liverpool's Final priorities
Liverpool stars Mohamed Salah and Florian Wirtz have been dropped to the …
2 weeks, 1 day agoWhy the League Two play-offs are a physiological meat grinder
A deep dive into the sports science and medical challenges facing Salford, …
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Top 10: The Most Controversial Refereeing Decisions in Football History
From unpunished assaults and ghost goals to the Hand of God and …
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Top 10: The Most Unbelievable Moments of the 2025-26 Season
From legal threats in the Championship to a chaotic Scottish title finale, …
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Middlesbrough are trying to litigate their way into the Premier League
Middlesbrough's legal team is trying to sue their way into the Premier …
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The WSL is losing its three biggest goalscorers and nobody is ready
Kerr, Mead, and Shaw accounted for a ridiculous share of their clubs' …
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Milan administrative shakeup: Why the front office is in flux
Milan's front office is in turmoil as reporting suggests Igli Tare is …
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Manchester United are betting their future on Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick is nearing a permanent appointment at Manchester United as the …
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LaLiga's descent into absolute chaos is better than your league
With nine teams separated by a hair's breadth in LaLiga, the race …
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