Arsenal secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium, extending their winning streak and putting pressure on league leaders Liverpool.
The Gunners struggled to break down a resolute United defence in the first half. However, the deadlock was broken early in the second half when Jurrien Timber headed home a pinpoint corner kick from Declan Rice.
Arsenal doubled their lead shortly after from another corner delivery — this time Thomas Partey headed the ball before William Saliba deflected it into the net. United struggled to create clear-cut chances and were unable to mount a significant comeback.
Arsenal set piece record
While the Gunners’ set piece danger man Gabriel Magalhães missed the game through injury, it did not stop them from being dangerous from them.
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With the two set piece goals, Arsenal have now scored 22 goals from corners since the start of last season, seven more than any other club.
With several players over 6 ft tall, it is not a shocker that the North London side is making the most of set pieces.
