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3 reasons why playing against ‘Ange Ball’ could be perfect for Arsenal in NLD

By Harry Dowsett

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 03: Declan Rice of Arsenal celebrate their side's third goal scored by Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal (not pictured) during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on September 03, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 03: Declan Rice of Arsenal celebrate their side's third goal scored by Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal (not pictured) during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on September 03, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) /
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LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 20: William Saliba of Arsenal during the UEFA Champions League match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on September 20, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 20: William Saliba of Arsenal during the UEFA Champions League match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on September 20, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images) /

Reason #3: Aerial advantage

As per FBREF, Tottenham currently have the lowest percentage of aerial duels won this season in the Premier League (41.1%), and although Arsenal sit on just 44.1%, the Gunners have plenty of players, such as William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes, who could capitalize on this weakness from Spurs at set-pieces.

Of course, all of us would rather win this match as a result of free-flowing, attacking football that carves the Tottenham defense open with ease. However, Spurs are in good form heading into this match, and should we be unable to do that, then goals from corners and free-kicks may be relied upon to secure us the three points.

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