Arsenal and Premier League Teams Redefine Set-Piece Plays
The article discusses how Arsenal and other Premier League teams are revolutionizing set-piece plays in the 2025-26 season, with Arsenal leading the league in dead ball efficiency. The season has seen a record number of goals scored from set pieces, with a notable rise in corner goals and the utilization of long throws, as seen with Brentford.
This trend has spread across the league, impacting game tactics and playtime. Thoma Frank's emphasis on long throws for Brentford has been particularly effective.
The shift in focus to set pieces is reshaping English football, bringing back traditional tactics and certainty in dead ball situations.
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