Arsenal’s set-piece specialists could force a defining shift of style into the Premier League

Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea: The Gunners scored both their goals against the Blues from corners as they saw off the threat of their London rivals

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In modern football, much emphasis is often placed on intricate open-play attacking strategies and possession-based dominance. However, set-pieces, while always a part of the game, have sometimes been viewed as secondary. If a top team like Arsenal consistently leverages specialized set-piece routines to secure crucial victories, it could prompt other Premier League clubs to invest more heavily in this area, potentially leading to a tactical evolution across the league.

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ArsenalFootball club demonstrating set-piece effectiveness ChelseaOpponent in the highlighted match Premier LeagueFootball league potentially impacted by tactical shift

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First report: The Independent · 1 Mar, 20:33|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 0m|Window: 0m

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