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Arteta Hits Back At Critics Of Arsenal’s Set-piece Antics

Football • 2h ago
Arteta Hits Back At Critics Of Arsenal’s Set-piece Antics
Mikel Arteta has hit back at critics of Arsenal’s dependence on set-pieces, saying he is disappointed the Premier League leaders do not score even more goals from dead-ball situations. Arteta’s side have established a five-point lead at the top of the league thanks in large part to their success from set-pieces. They equalled the Premier League single-season record for goals from corners with two in Sunday’s 2-1 win over Chelsea to reach 16 for the campaign. But Arsenal’s excellence since Nicolas Jover took over as set-piece coach has sparked criticism of their reliance on the tactic. The debate on whether set-pieces are ruining football as a spectacle is raging, with Liverpool boss Arne Slot revealing he no longer enjoys watching some Premier League matches. Former Chelsea striker Ch...
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