Arteta says Arsenal can ‘still be’ set-piece kings in north London derby
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Mikel Arteta does not think that the absence of Declan Rice will affect Arsenal’s prowess at set pieces as they attempt to repeat their success in last season’s north London derby.
Arsenal scored 22 goals from set pieces in the previous campaign – considerably more than any other side – including two in their 3-2 away victory over Tottenham in April. Much of the credit for transforming their fortunes has been given to specialist set-piece coach Nicolas Jover, who was recruited from Manchester City in 2021.
