April 28th 2024.
In a thrilling match between two fierce rivals, Arsenal emerged victorious with a 3-2 win over Tottenham in the North London derby. The Gunners' manager, Mikel Arteta, was overjoyed with the result and revealed his team's strategy to exploit Tottenham's weaknesses in defending corners at their near post.
The game got off to a fantastic start for Arsenal as they took a commanding 3-0 lead before halftime. Kai Havertz, who has been in great form, scored the first goal, followed by an own goal from Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and a strike from Bukayo Saka. The Arsenal supporters were buzzing as they headed into the break, thinking that the game was already in the bag.
However, Tottenham fought back in the second half and managed to score two goals, courtesy of a mistake from Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya and a penalty converted by Son Heung-min. Despite the intense pressure, Arteta's men held on to their narrow lead and secured the victory, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League table.
One of the key factors in Arsenal's success this season has been their set-piece coach, Nicolas Jover. Their first and third goals against Tottenham were their 20th and 21st goals from set-pieces this campaign, earning widespread praise for Jover and his impact on the team. Even former Manchester United and England right-back, Gary Neville, couldn't help but acknowledge Jover's influence on the team's success.
In his post-match interview with Sky Sports, Arteta revealed that they had specifically targeted Tottenham's weakness at defending their near post from corners. When asked if they had planned to exploit this area, Arteta slyly replied, "I'm not going to tell you that!" He later admitted that every team has its weaknesses, and they had worked on exploiting them without highlighting them too much.
Despite riding their luck at times in the second half, Arteta was proud of his team's performance and the result. He praised their organization and efficiency in the first half and acknowledged Tottenham's strength as a team. He also mentioned how they could have scored a fourth goal before conceding and having to defend their lead in the final minutes of the game.
Arteta ended on a positive note, saying that to win big things, a team needs to go through tough moments like this. He was delighted with the victory, especially because it meant so much to the Arsenal supporters. He hoped that they could enjoy a beautiful evening after this unforgettable win.
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