The Gunners' set-piece prowess ultimately proved decisive at Goodison Park.
The decisive moment came following a short corner routine which took 26 seconds to instigate and ultimately culminated in the Belgium international rifling the ball beyond Jordan Pickford via the inside of the post, having been teed up by Bukayo Saka.
It appeared a deliberate ploy by Arsenal who had been reluctant to play the ball into the penalty area given the size of Everton’s defenders, but the time they took over their set-piece routines drew the ire of Neville. ‘I just asked how long that ball was in the corner for and apparently it took 26 seconds to take that short corner, which is an absolute mountain of time,’ he said.‘You saw Mikel Arteta and the coaching team start to celebrate because it’s worked, so they must’ve been working on it in training.
‘It’s about creating a story in the game an’d the players have to sense when is the best moment to do it.’ Arsenal’s title bid began to unravel in the Blue half of Merseyside back in February and Arteta was delighted to have avenged that defeat with a robust if not eye-catching performance.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Mikel Arteta to Gary Neville complaints over Arsenal tactic in Everton victoryThe Gunners' set-piece prowess ultimately proved decisive at Goodison Park.
Read more »
Gabriel Jesus ‘changed Arsenal’s world last season’, says Mikel ArtetaThe Brazil striker joined the Gunners from Manchester City last summer.
Read more »
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta speaks out on Gabriel Magalhaes injury worryThe Brazilian picked up an issue on international duty.
Read more »
Gabriel Jesus ‘changed Arsenal’s world last season’, says Mikel ArtetaThe Brazil striker joined the Gunners from Manchester City last summer.
Read more »
- Gary Neville in fresh blast at Man Utd owners after Red Devils beaten by BrightonGary Neville has sent a fresh blast towards the Glazer family after Manchester United were beaten 3-1 by Brighton on Saturday.
Read more »
Man United takeover latest as Gary Neville sends firm message to Glazer familyCatch up on the latest news regarding Man United's proposed takeover.
Read more »