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
Lotte Wubben-Moy just ended the England defender debate for good
Lotte Wubben-Moy has spent years as England's favorite backup, but her recent …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Lotte Wubben-Moy is done being England’s defensive insurance policy
Lotte Wubben-Moy reflects on her journey from England 'stand-in' to essential starter, …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Why Carrick's ruthless new rule has United fans at each other's throats
Michael Carrick benched a star, changed the rules, and now Manchester United …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Ollie Watkins is broken and Aston Villa are paying the tactical price
The Aston Villa striker admits this is his toughest season. The tactical …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Physical decline forces Liverpool's hand on Salah and Robertson
As April fixture congestion hits its peak, Liverpool prepares to offload Andy …
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The Premier League title race is turning into a total bloodbath
The Premier League title race is reaching a fever pitch as Guardiola, …
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Tottenham's desperate hunt for stability: What De Zerbi actually brings
Roberto De Zerbi takes over a sinking Tottenham side with seven games …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Nuno finally has West Ham breathing again
West Ham finally clawed their way out of the relegation zone with …
1 month, 3 weeks agoOn This Day in Football: April 11
April 11 is a day where football history reveals its darker edges, …
1 month, 3 weeks agoForest and Villa arrive at a crossroads in the Europa League
As European quarter-finals approach, Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa weigh the burden …
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Augsburg choked away their best shot at three points
A missed penalty from Alexis Claude-Maurice proved the difference in a clunky, …
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Michael Carrick is somehow saving Manchester United from themselves
Manchester United's recovery under Michael Carrick is a real thing, but the …
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Bernardo Silva leaving marks the end of City's greatest era
Bernardo Silva's departure from Manchester City is a tactical earthquake. Here is …
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Arsenal face a complex summer as transfer targets pile up
Arsenal's summer transfer planning is underway as the club targets defensive cover …
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Nike’s kit disaster is the last thing players need before the World Cup
Nike is scrambling to fix a design flaw in their kits ahead …
1 month, 3 weeks agoWest Ham and Wolves are fighting for more than just survival
West Ham and Wolves face off in a relegation-sensitive clash with both …
1 month, 3 weeks agoWest Ham's reliance on Summerville reveals a lack of offensive depth
Crysencio Summerville accounts for 38% of West Ham's progressive carries, highlighting a …
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Michael Carrick is walking a tightrope at Old Trafford
Michael Carrick is fighting for his professional life at Old Trafford, and …
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Football's Hard Truths: When Heroes Stumble
A former World Cup star facing serious charges, a Manchester United legend …
1 month, 3 weeks agoBrighton face a touchline crisis at Burnley as Hurzeler watches from the stands
Brighton travels to Turf Moor without manager Fabian Hurzeler, who faces a …
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