Arsenal were overall an impressive in the past season but there is however one big problem that they will need to fix next season.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Front Row : Oleksandr Zinchenko, Ben White, Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Manager Mikel Arteta, Gabriel Jesus, Declan Rice, Thomas Party, Gabriel Martinelli. Middle Row : Fabio Vieira, Jurrien Timber, Jorginho, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Gabriel Magalheas, William Saliba, Kai Havertz, Emile Smith Rowe, Eddie Nketiah, Leandro Trossard. Back Row : Mohamed Elneny, Jakub Kiwior, Karl Hein, Aaron Ramsdale, David Raya, Reiss Nelson, Cedric Soares. London Colney on September 18, 2023 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
While Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal enjoyed a remarkable season, finishing second in the Premier League with a club-record 89 points, a closer look at the goalscoring statistics reveals a potential area for concern heading into the 2024/25 campaign.
Despite their impressive overall tally of 91 goals, Arsenal’s goals from open play have dipped compared to the previous season. While penalties (10) and set-pieces (22) contributed significantly, the number of goals scored from open play (59) fell short of the 70 achieved in the 2022/23 season.
Here’s a breakdown of the goals by source:
| Season | Corner | Direct | Free Kick | Open | Penalty | Throw | Total |
|———|——–|——–|———–|——|———|——-|——-|
| 2022-23 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 70 | 3 | 0 | 88 |
| 2023-24 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 59 | 10 | 3 | 91 |
This trend raises questions about Arsenal’s ability to break down defenses consistently and create clear-cut scoring chances from open play. While the team’s attacking prowess remains undeniable, the reliance on penalties and set-pieces suggests a potential vulnerability that could be exploited by tougher opponents.
Addressing this challenge will be crucial for Arteta and his team as they aim for the Premier League title next season. Improving their open play efficiency will be key to consistently outperforming rivals and achieving their ultimate goal. The summer transfer window, as well as further tactical refinements, will provide opportunities for Arsenal to address this specific area and enhance their overall attacking potency.
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