"Although Arsenal created good chances, it was telling that all three goals in the game were the result of corner routines. It has been common for fans to feel like football has lost some of its magic with star players having less freedom and space to express themselves in open play. Current professionals however talk about how the quality of players, tactics and coaching staff are better than ever."
"Set-pieces are becoming increasingly important and, if we accept McVay's expert opinion, the Premier League is resembling the NFL more closely. Corners, free-kicks, throw-ins and even kick-off situations are being prioritised more than in past seasons. This season, 28.4% of Premier League goals scored have come from set-pieces, the highest of any of the past 10 seasons. And 3.2% of goals have come from throw-ins, the highest percentage of the past decade too."
Arsenal beat Newcastle 2-1 with all three goals resulting from corner routines. Fans often feel football has lost magic as star players have less freedom and space in open play. Current professionals report improvements in player quality, tactics and coaching staff. Football has become more structured and choreographed, resembling American football. Set-pieces are being prioritised across the Premier League, with corners, free-kicks, throw-ins and kick-offs emphasized more than before. This season 28.4% of Premier League goals have come from set-pieces, the highest in a decade, and 3.2% from throw-ins, also a ten-year high. Arsenal have scored 36 Premier League corner goals since 2023-24, 15 more than any other side.
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