{"id":2398,"date":"2024-09-16T11:16:48","date_gmt":"2024-09-16T05:46:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hoverstud.io\/?p=2398"},"modified":"2024-09-16T11:17:22","modified_gmt":"2024-09-16T05:47:22","slug":"tottenham-vs-arsenal-same-old-story-as-arsenal-expose-spurs-flaws-again","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hoverstud.io\/tottenham-vs-arsenal-same-old-story-as-arsenal-expose-spurs-flaws-again\/","title":{"rendered":"Tottenham vs Arsenal: Same Old Story as Arsenal Expose Spurs\u2019 Flaws Again"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a match that was expected to be a turning point for Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal once again showed why they remain the dominant force in the North London Derby<\/strong><\/a>. A scrappy yet calculated 1-0 victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, courtesy of a towering header from Gabriel Magalh\u00e3es, highlighted the gulf in performance between the two sides. For Tottenham and their coach Ange Postecoglou, this was a familiar tale of missed opportunities and costly mistakes, while Mikel Arteta\u2019s Arsenal displayed resilience, discipline, and a mastery of set-pieces to take all three points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spurs\u2019 Hopes Derailed by Poor Decisions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Spurs started the day with optimism. Arsenal’s team sheet arrived with the absence of captain Martin Odegaard and midfield maestro Declan Rice, presenting Tottenham with a seemingly golden opportunity to take control. However, despite the promising start, Postecoglou\u2019s men faded as the game progressed, making crucial errors at both ends of the pitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It wasn\u2019t just Arsenal\u2019s defense that kept Spurs at bay\u2014it was Tottenham’s inability to capitalize on their chances. Crosses were overhit, shots were wasted, and as Arsenal absorbed the pressure, the familiar cracks in Tottenham’s play began to show. The final moments of the match summed up Spurs\u2019 frustrations, with match programmes hurled onto the pitch and a chorus of boos filling the stadium. It was a bitter pill to swallow for a team that had only won once in their last four league games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arsenal’s Tactical Masterclass<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Arsenal, on the other hand, showed once again why they have been so dominant in these North London derbies, securing their third consecutive away win at Spurs. Even without key players, they found a way to grind out a result. The decisive moment came in the 64th minute when Gabriel headed in Bukayo Saka\u2019s in-swinging corner, continuing Arsenal\u2019s dominance from set-pieces\u2014a skill they’ve honed under set-piece coach Nicolas Jover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gabriel\u2019s goal might not have been the most aesthetically pleasing, but it was the result of meticulous planning. Spurs\u2019 defensive vulnerabilities from set-pieces were on full display, as Gabriel capitalized on poor marking from Cristian Romero. This is not a new problem for Tottenham; they have conceded 18 goals from set-pieces since the start of last season, the most of any Premier League team excluding penalties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite this glaring weakness, Spurs have yet to employ a specialist set-piece coach, something that is clearly costing them. In contrast, Arsenal have scored 43 goals from corners since Jover\u2019s appointment, more than any other team in Europe\u2019s top five leagues. This strategic advantage was the difference once again, as Arsenal punished Spurs for their lack of preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jurrien Timber vs Tottenham hotspur pic.twitter.com\/8BWy67kWxk<\/a><\/p>— ALL ABOUT ARSENAL FC (@All_AboutARS) September 16, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote>