Arsenal’s Struggles Against Long-Range Goals
Arsenal’s dismal losses this season have sparked questions about their competitive spirit and how they fare against long-distance shots. A notable instance was Hugo Bueno’s stunning goal against them, alongside other incredible strikes from players like Dominik Szoboszlai and Patrick Dorgu. Interestingly, many of the goals conceded by Arsenal have come from shots that statistically should have lower chances of scoring.
Low Expected Goals Yet High Scoring
Surprisingly, Arsenal has allowed several goals with an expected goal (xG) of less than 0.04, which is an indicator that these shots are statistically unlikely to result in goals. Many of these have originated from outside the penalty area, indicating a vulnerability in Arsenal’s defensive setup when it comes to long-range efforts.
However, while Arsenal excels in limiting high-percentage shots inside the box, they seem to struggle to press outside it, often letting opponents score spectacular goals that raise questions about their overall consistency and defensive strategy.
Upcoming Match: Arsenal faces Tottenham this weekend at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 22 at 11:30 a.m. ET, with odds favoring Tottenham considerably.
Details of the match:
- Location: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London
- TV: USA Network
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