Arne Slot exposes key Liverpool weakness that Arsenal can readily exploit 

Arsenal will face Liverpool in the Premier League this weekend, and the Gunners may have a decisive advantage thanks to their unique set-piece routines. While rival fans often mocked Arsenal’s set-piece approach last season after several failed attempts, it remains a potent weapon when executed correctly.

Liverpool, in particular, will find this worrying, as they have struggled defensively in this area. The Reds conceded twice from set-pieces in their most recent match, highlighting a vulnerability that Arsenal could exploit. Despite winning consecutive matches, Liverpool’s defensive shape has not yet reached its optimum, leaving potential openings for a well-rehearsed attacking side.

Arsenal’s Set-Piece Threat

Arsenal’s proficiency at set-pieces adds an extra dimension to their attacking play, enhancing their overall goal-scoring potential. Even with Liverpool deploying a structured defensive system under Arne Slot, the Gunners are likely to create opportunities, particularly from corners and free-kicks. The presence of a top striker in the team further increases the threat, providing more options both in open play and from dead-ball situations.

Speaking ahead of the fixture, Arne Slot acknowledged Arsenal’s strength in this area, as quoted on the Liverpool website:

“If you then look at all the quality they have and especially one thing that stands out in the season until now, and what stands out in a negative way for us is we have conceded, if I include the [Athletic Club] Bilbao game, [from] four set-pieces. Of course, as we all know, that is one of their strengths – not the strength, but one of their strengths.”