Ex-Super Eagles Captains Clash Over Arsenal’s Set-Piece Tactics
Two former Super Eagles skippers have sparked a heated debate over Arsenal’s style of play this season. William Troost-Ekong has praised the Gunners’ deadly efficiency from set pieces, calling it a “fantastic added layer” that adds real value to their title push. Troost-Ekong argues that Arsenal’s dead-ball routines disrupt opponents and often decide tight matches. He sees their corner kicks as a sign of tactical intelligence and smart preparation. In stark contrast, John Obi Mikel has slammed the same approach. He claims the corner-reliant tactics stifle Arsenal’s creativity and make their football predictable. Mikel went so far as to label it “cheating” and urged the Premier League to step in.
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