
"We generate so many set-pieces, so you have to start from there -- we generate so many. We have to understand them and against these low blocks, when they don't really want to drop and commit that many players there, [set pieces are] another opportunity to put the players that we want in the position that we want, with the role that we want, and we need to exploit that," said Arteta after the match."
"It might well be. The Gunners are the best team in the division on at least two counts: disciplined defending and set-piece prowess. The combination proved sufficient to edge past a spirited Fulham side, with Leandro Trossard's close-range finish on 58 minutes securing a precious win that extended their lead at the top of the table. (They are three points ahead of Liverpool, who host Manchester United at Anfield on Sunday.)"
Arsenal beat Fulham 1-0 at Craven Cottage with Leandro Trossard's close-range finish on 58 minutes, extending their lead at the top of the table. The team combines disciplined defending with prolific set-piece execution, having scored 37 goals from corners since the start of 2023-24, 16 more than any other club. After the goal Fulham managed only one shot and Arsenal comfortably saw out nine minutes of stoppage time to secure the points. Mikel Arteta emphasized the volume of generated set-pieces and the need to exploit them against low defensive blocks.
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