Arsenal set an all-time Premier League record by scoring 18 goals from corners in a single season. Mikel Arteta’s squad heavily relied on this set-piece prowess during their championship campaign, surpassing the previous single-season high.
Arsenal’s Historic 2025-26 Set-Piece Campaign
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- Total Corner Goals: 18
- Previous Record: 16 (held by Oldham Athletic in 1992-93 and equaled by previous Arsenal sides)
- Match Impact: 11 of these corner goals provided Arsenal with a crucial 1-0 lead.
- Defensive Contrast: Amazingly, Arsenal conceded just eight more goals overall than they scored purely from corner kicks.
A Broader League Trend
The sheer effectiveness of set plays has shifted tactical approaches across the entire English top flight. This became particularly evident as other clubs adapted to the trend:
- Tottenham also broke the historic 16-goal threshold this year, scoring 17 goals from corners.
- Tactical Shift: Opposition managers frequently adjust their lineups or game plans, specifically attempting to avoid conceding corners or preparing extensive defensive drills strictly to neutralize dead-ball situations