Chelsea’s Liam Rosenior Defends Arsenal Against ‘Set Piece FC’ Label
Liam Rosenior, the newly appointed coach of Chelsea, has taken a stand against the label “Set Piece FC” often associated with Arsenal. As the teams prepare for an English League Cup semifinal, set to take place at Stamford Bridge, Rosenior emphasized that he does not share this sentiment.
Arsenal’s Dominance Under Mikel Arteta
Under Mikel Arteta’s management, Arsenal has proven to be a formidable contender in both the Premier League and Champions League. Currently, they lead the Premier League by six points and have achieved six wins in the Champions League group stage. The club is also aiming for its first trophy since winning the FA Cup in 2020.
Set Pieces: A Strategic Focus
- Arsenal has become one of the most effective teams in England regarding set plays.
- Gabriel Magalhães’ return to fitness has strengthened their performance in this area.
- Liam Rosenior acknowledges that Arsenal excels in various facets of the game.
“Arsenal are good at everything,” Rosenior remarked, noting their success both with and without the ball. He stated, “You manage your 1% to be as good a team to win in as many different ways as possible.”
Rosenior’s Recent Appointment
Rosenior’s tenure began with a resounding 5-1 victory over Charlton Athletic in the FA Cup’s third round. He stepped into the role following the departure of Enzo Maresca.
In preparation for the upcoming clash, Rosenior has been mindful of player fitness. He briefly excluded England internationals Cole Palmer and Reece James, stating their condition is being managed but they could return for the match against Arsenal.
Upcoming Matches
The first leg of the semifinal will occur at Stamford Bridge, with the return leg scheduled for Arsenal on February 3. In the other semifinal, Newcastle will face Manchester City, with the first leg taking place on Tuesday.
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