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Arsenal Legend Fumes At ‘Set Piece FC’ Label Given To Gunners

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Arsenal Legend Fumes At ‘Set Piece FC’ Label Given To Gunners
**"Title Chasers: Arsenal's Set Piece Prowess Sparks Media Backlash"** In a Premier League season where consistency is key, Arsenal's 2-1 win over Chelsea has sparked a heated debate in the football community. The Gunners' title hopes received a significant boost with the victory, but the manner of their win has left many pundits questioning their ability to perform at their best. Not everyone agrees with this narrative, however. As we all know, football is a game of ups and downs, and Arsenal has experienced their fair share of both this season. Despite being top of the Premier League table, their performance against Chelsea was far from convincing. The winning goals, however, were a testament to the team's ability to execute set pieces effectively. William Saliba's headed goal from a corner kick, and Jurrien Timber's winning header from another Declan Rice delivery, showcased the Gunners' prowess in this department. With Arsenal now leading the Premier League table by five points, their set piece strategy has become a crucial aspect of their game. The team's 16th goal from a corner this season has cemented their reputation as one of the best set piece teams in Premier League history. No team has scored more goals from corners in a single term, a feat that Oldham Athletic and West Brom achieved in the 1992/93 and 2016/17 campaigns respectively. Emmanuel Petit, a former Arsenal legend, has expressed his frustration with the media's portrayal of the team. In a recent interview, he blasted the negative comments surrounding the team's performance, urging the media to focus on the positive aspects of their game. "It's like seeing the empty glass or the full glass," he said. "It's always the same old story." Petit's sentiments are echoed by many Arsenal fans, who are tired of being labeled 'Set Piece FC.' They believe that the media's focus on the team's weaknesses is unfair, given their impressive performance in securing crucial three points. As Petit urged, "At the end of the day, it's three points. I mean, just say it."
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