Mikel Arteta Defends Arsenal's Corner Strategy

Arsenal's head coach Mikel Arteta defended the club's impressive set-piece record after a 2-0 victory over Manchester United, where both goals came from corners taken by Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka. This performance has led to comparisons with Tony Pulis' Stoke City, known for their effectiveness in set-piece situations, a remark Arteta embraced as a 'big compliment'. Arsenal has scored 22 goals from corners since last season, the highest in the Premier League, and Arteta expressed the team's ambition to excel in all aspects of the game. Though he acknowledged the set-piece success, he emphasized that Arsenal can score in various ways, highlighting their overall offensive capabilities. The Gunners aim to be the best at everything, including player development and maintaining a competitive spirit. Arsenal will now face Fulham, seeking to further close the gap to league leaders Liverpool.