Arsenal’s Set-Piece Dominance: 58 Goals Under Arteta’s Leadership

Since Mikel Arteta took charge as Arsenal manager, the team has developed a fearsome reputation for set-piece goals. What was once a weakness has become one of their greatest strengths, with opponents now dreading the sight of Bukayo Saka or Declan Rice standing over a free kick or corner.

This transformation can be largely credited to Arteta and set-piece coach Nicolas Jover. Their expertise in this area has turned Arsenal into set-piece specialists, potentially giving them an edge in the Premier League title race.

2019/20 Season: The Beginning

Arsenal scored just 2 set-piece goals in Arteta’s first partial season, but they came against top opponents Chelsea and Manchester United. This hinted at the potential to come.

2020/21 Season: Signs of Improvement

The team netted 8 set-piece goals this season, including Gabriel’s debut goal from a corner – a sign of things to come. Granit Xhaka also scored a spectacular free kick against Chelsea.

2021/22 Season: Gabriel Emerges as a Threat

With the arrival of set-piece coach Jover, Arsenal scored 11 set-piece goals. Gabriel became a major aerial threat, scoring 3 goals from corners. The team particularly troubled Everton and Leicester from set plays.

As Arsenal’s set-piece prowess continues to grow under Arteta and Jover, it has become a key weapon in their pursuit of Premier League glory. Opponents now face the daunting prospect of defending against one of the league’s most dangerous dead-ball specialists.