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Arsenal's recent dominance from dead-ball situations has prompted comparisons to Stoke City and their set-piece coach Nicolas Jover is the mastermind behind it all.
Nicolas Jover, Arsenal's set-piece coach, has become a central figure in the Gunners' success, revolutionizing their approach to dead-ball situations.
Since joining Mikel Arteta’s coaching staff in 2021, Jover has masterminded a transformation that has seen Arsenal dominate set-pieces in the Premier League.
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Arsenal have scored the most Premier League goals from corners since the start of last season, a feat driven by Jover's tactical brilliance.
The German-born French coach, who previously worked with Arteta uunder Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, has engineered an impressive 48 goals from corners during his tenure.
Last season alone, Arsenal scored 16 goals from corners, equaling West Bromwich Albion’s record for a single-season tally.
Jover's methods were on full display during Wednesday's match against Manchester United. Arsenal earned 13 corners, causing relentless pressure on their opponents. Jurrien Timber’s opener came from a pinpoint Declan Rice delivery, while William Saliba’s goal was courtesy of a well-executed Bukayo Saka corner.
Arsenal’s efficiency has drawn comparisons to Tony Pulis’ Stoke City, renowned for their set-piece dominance. Between 2008 and 2013, Stoke scored 43.1% of their league goals from dead-ball situations. While the comparison might initially seem unflattering, Arteta views it as a compliment.
“I understand very well what Roberto (Martinez) said,” Arteta remarked via Premier League.com, referring to the former Everton manager who likened Arsenal to Stoke.
“It was in the best possible way, so we will take it as a big compliment because they (Stoke) were so good at it. We want to be the kings of everything.”
Recognizing Jover's invaluable contributions, Arsenal are reportedly working to extend his contract and stay at the club.
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Tuesday's Champions League loss to Sporting CP marked Manchester City's third consecutive loss, a state that the City boss is looking to change.
According to Goal.com Arteta has confirmed that negotiations are underway with several key coaching staff members, including the set-piece mastermind.
As Arsenal prepare for Sunday’s trip to Fulham, they aim to capitalize on their set-piece strength to close the gap on league leaders Liverpool.
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