Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, has responded to criticism of his team's tactics, saying he is 'upset' they 'haven't scored more' from corners, as reported by the BBC.
The Gunners have scored 16 goals from corners this season, with their set-piece prowess playing a key role in their title charge. According to Arsenal, their approach to set-pieces is part of their strategy to be the best team in every aspect of the game.
Arsenal have scored the most goals in the Premier League, with 58, and conceded the fewest, with 22, resulting in a goal difference of +36, the highest in the league.
Set-Piece Controversy
Fabian Hurzeler, Brighton's head coach, has called for stricter rules around set-pieces, criticizing Arsenal for time-wasting and claiming they sometimes wait 'over one minute' to take their corners.
Arteta said such criticism is 'part of the job' and defended his team's approach, stating that football is 'evolving' and becoming 'more and more difficult' from a tactical perspective.
Reaction from Other Managers
Manchester United's interim boss, Michael Carrick, has said that the situations inside the penalty area at set-pieces have 'gone too far', while Liverpool's Arne Slot has expressed his dissatisfaction with the increasing emphasis on set-pieces in the Premier League.
Pep Guardiola, Manchester City's manager, has said that he understands Slot's comments but believes that set-pieces are 'part of the game' and that teams must adapt to the changing dynamics of the sport.
