Set Pieces
Arsenal crush Atletico Madrid 4-0 in dominant Champions League win
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Arsenal delivered a statement performance in the Champions League, thrashing Atletico Madrid 4-0 at the Emirates Stadium with four second-half goals in 13 minutes. Viktor Gyokeres ended his goal drought with a quickfire brace, while Gabriel Magalhaes and Gabriel Martinelli also scored, extending Arsenal's perfect start to three wins and four clean sheets. The result moves the Gunners to third in the league phase standings.
Arsenal crushes Atlético Madrid in Champions League
Arsenal thrashed Atlético Madrid 4-0 in a Champions League match in London, showcasing dominance in set pieces. Two of the four goals came from dead-ball situations, exposing Simeone's team's weaknesses. The Argentine coach admitted the Gunners' superiority, highlighting Atlético's poor away record.
Tottenham secure 3-0 win at Everton with van de Ven brace
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Tottenham Hotspur defeated Everton 3-0 in the Premier League, thanks to a Micky van de Ven brace from set pieces and a late Pape Sarr header. The victory extends Tottenham's strong away form under manager Thomas Frank, while Everton suffered their first home loss at their new stadium. Set pieces proved decisive, with Everton conceding their first goals from corners this season.
Guardiola credits Pulis's Stoke for Premier League set-piece emphasis
Pep Guardiola has suggested that Tony Pulis's Stoke City inspired the Premier League's growing focus on set pieces and direct play. The Manchester City manager shared these thoughts ahead of his team's Carabao Cup fourth-round trip to Swansea on Wednesday night. He also outlined plans to rest Erling Haaland and start Omar Marmoush.