Arteta and Arsenal now have to hold the nerve we have all questioned. Arsenal have scored the most goals (58) and conceded the fewest (22) in the Premier League. Predictably, Arsenal are way ahead on goals scored from set-pieces, including penalties, with 21 compared to Manchester United's 15 in second. Arteta has made Arsenal more pragmatic in the attempt to finally bring that elusive crown to Emirates Stadium. There is more than one way to win a Premier League title - and if Arteta's earthy approach ends that 22-year wait, there will not be one person of an Arsenal persuasion who will care what the critics say.

Source: BBC March 03, 2026 15:22 UTC