"Arsenal's Ugly Title Win: What the Stats Say" As the Premier League title race heats up, Arsenal's chances of lifting the trophy are becoming increasingly likely. However, some pundits and fans have criticized the team's approach, labeling it as "ugly." But is scoring from set-pieces inherently ugly? Legendary player and current TV personality Wayne Rooney disagrees. Speaking on his show, Rooney stated that set-pieces are a vital part of football and that Arsenal has been "brilliant" this season. He emphasized that using set-pieces is not cheating, but rather a clever way to gain an advantage. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler, a former critic of Arsenal's style, has had a change of heart. After a 1-0 loss to the Gunners, Hurzeler revealed that he has had a "good exchange" with Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta via text messages. The German coach expressed his respect for Arteta and acknowledged that Arsenal deserves to win the title if they do. Everton manager David Moyes, who has a close relationship with Arteta, has also defended Arsenal's approach. Moyes, who managed Arteta at Everton, praised his former player's ability to adapt and find ways to win. He emphasized that winning is the ultimate goal, and that Arsenal's use of set-pieces is just one part of their strategy. In fact, history is full of examples of teams that have "won ugly" to lift the Premier League title. From Leicester City's surprise win in 2016 to Chelsea's dominant performances under Jose Mourinho, teams have used various tactics to secure the trophy. So, would an Arsenal title win be the "ugliest" in history? The stats suggest that their approach is paying off, and they are well on their way to claiming the title. Whether you agree with their methods or not, one thing is certain: winning the Premier League is the ultimate goal, and Arsenal is doing whatever it takes to achieve it. In the end, it's up to each fan to decide what they consider "ugly" football. But with Arsenal's chances of winning all four major trophies this season, one thing is clear: they are playing to win, and that's all that matters.