Arsenal’s set-piece coach, Nicolas Jover, is quickly establishing himself as one of the most effective coaches in world football. His work on the training ground has played a significant role in Arsenal’s growing success, as the team continues to weaponise every set-piece opportunity they receive. With Jover’s meticulous planning and strategies, Arsenal has become a formidable force when it comes to set pieces, leading to more goals and, ultimately, more victories.
In their most recent match, Arsenal demonstrated how lethal they can be from set-pieces, scoring crucial goals once again. It wasn’t just Manchester United that struggled to defend against them; every team that faces the Gunners is now aware of the threat posed by their set-piece routines. No matter how much preparation an opponent does to counter Arsenal’s set-pieces, they consistently find ways to make it result in goals. Jover’s coaching methods have ensured that Arsenal is consistently effective in this area, which gives them an added advantage over their competition.
Gary Neville recently commented on Jover’s growing influence, calling him “the most annoying bloke in football” due to the consistent success of Arsenal’s set-piece routines. As quoted by the Daily Mail, Neville said, “The set-piece coach at Arsenal, he’s got to be the most annoying bloke in football. He’s got to be, hasn’t he? He’s got to be though, hasn’t he?” Neville’s playful comments reflect just how effective Jover has been, with opponents now dreading the prospect of facing Arsenal’s well-drilled set-piece routines.
Arsenal set piece coach Nicolas Jover
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However, while Jover deserves credit for Arsenal’s success from set-pieces, it is the players who must apply the tactics on the field. The team’s ability to execute Jover’s plans is key to their ongoing improvement, and it’s clear that Arsenal is becoming more efficient at making the most of their set-piece opportunities. This continued development in such an important area of the game is critical for Arsenal’s success in any competition, and with Jover’s guidance, the Gunners appear to be on the right track. As they refine their set-piece approach further, the team’s ability to score from these situations will only strengthen their position in the Premier League and beyond.