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I don’t just watch football—I break it down. Follow for: ⚽ Honest takes 📊 Match analysis 🔥 Bold predictions Let’s argue football properly.

@halimyaaya Its good to move quickly in the market. I think he will be a good signing for them

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While Arsenal's exceptional set-piece execution—particularly from corners—was a standout feature of their 2025/26 Premier League title-winning campaign (they scored a record ~18-19 goals from corners out of 71 total league goals), Koeman's claim that they "wouldn't have won the league" without them is an overstatement that misunderstands both Arsenal's overall quality and the long history of corner kicks in football. Arsenal earned the title with 85 points, the league's best defense (27 goals conceded), and strong performances across open play, transitions, and general attacking structure. They were not a one-dimensional side reliant solely on dead balls; set pieces amplified an already elite team, much like how past champions have benefited from specific strengths without those being dismissed as illegitimate. Corner kicks have been a fundamental, rule-sanctioned part of football for over 150 years—not a modern gimmick or unfair advantage: Origins: The corner kick was formalized in the Sheffield rules around 1868 (proposed by Norfolk F.C.) and officially incorporated into the Football Association's laws in 1872. It evolved from earlier handling of balls going behind the goal line, replacing more rugby-like restarts. Direct goals allowed: Initially restricted, direct goals from corners ("Olympic goals") were permitted again in 1924. The first famous example was Argentina's Cesáreo Onzari against Uruguay that year. Tactical evolution: Corners have always been high-value opportunities because they place the ball deep in the attacking third with a momentary numerical or organizational advantage. Teams have exploited them for decades through clever deliveries, near-post flick-ons, far-post headers, and routines. Great teams and players (e.g., set-piece specialists like David Beckham, Thierry Henry, or modern analysts) have turned them into weapons. Set pieces, including corners, routinely account for 25-35%+ of goals in top leagues historically. Successful title winners have frequently relied on them: for example, several Premier League champions derived over 25% of their goals from set pieces in past seasons. Arsenal's 2025/26 dominance in this area (highest in the division) fits this pattern, not an aberration. Dismissing a title because of effective corner kicks ignores that football rewards all legal ways to score. Every champion benefits from specific edges—whether clinical finishing, defensive solidity, transitions, referee decisions, or set pieces. Arsenal earned their first Premier League title in 22 years through consistent excellence across 38 matches, not a fluke from one restart type. Koeman, a legendary defender and coach known for his own emphasis on organization and dead-ball situations with the Netherlands, would recognize that mastering set pieces is simply smart, professional football preparation. Arsenal didn't "win due to" corners—they won because they were the best team, with corners as one highly effective tool in a complete arsenal.

Arsenal – 238 days Liverpool – 34 days Man City – 9 days Chelsea – 2 days A commanding lead at the top of the table this season for champions @Arsenal 💪

@Only1tommo Am sure I missed that.

@Jay_d_one He didn’t. He changed his mind when we lost to Man City

Arsenal gifted Gary Neville a signed Arsenal shirt saying ‘Our biggest supporter’ Brilliant. 😂

@emmadissure @Maxwell_now @invertCucurella I shock give am. A team that played the worse kind of football imaginable is complaining about Arsenal. They havent seen anything yet.

@Maxwell_now @Jay_d_one @invertCucurella Who will be in this discussion if not a Chelshit fan, people that played ugliest football under JM ,una never see anything, you go cry tire, you are living in the past, next season u go still finish below 6th

🚨JUST IN: Mikel Obi says No Premier League Club congratulating Arsenal after winning the Premier League says alot about how they won, no one accept that kind of football > "I noticed something immediately after Arsenal won the league — almost no Premier League clubs were rushing to congratulate them publicly. In football, that usually tells you something." > "People inside the game respect champions when they feel the football was dominant and convincing. But with Arsenal, there are still many conversations about how they actually won it." > "When over half your goals and biggest moments come from set-pieces, naturally some people will question the overall quality of the football." > "And then you add all the referee controversies throughout the season. There were too many moments where decisions seemed to fall their way." > "Fans can call it jealousy if they want, but football dressing rooms notice these things. Players talk. Coaches talk. Clubs see patterns." > "I’m not saying Arsenal cheated, because winning the Premier League is still difficult no matter what. But I understand why some people don’t fully respect the way it happened." > "The great Premier League champions usually make rivals accept they were simply the best team. With this Arsenal side, I don’t think everybody truly believes that." > "At the end of the day, the trophy is theirs forever. But respect in football is different from medals — that has to be earned differently." — John Obi Mikel

@alehidgo @invertCucurella Ah yes, a Chelsea fan lecturing people about “loving football” while defending every suspicious billion-pound loophole and mid-table season with passion. You people didn’t even love football until Roman Abramovich introduced you to it in 2003. Sit this one out.

@Jay_d_one @invertCucurella Words of a fan that accept cheating you don't love football

@Maxwell_now @invertCucurella Is it Chelsea's name that was inscribed as Champions of the 2025/26 season?. Or did the Premier league announce Chelsea as winners. You can keep your tears flowing. We understand you are pained especially after we have been battering your team left, right and center.

@Jay_d_one @invertCucurella You are no champions bro..

@Only1tommo Wonderful

Arsenal Parade Update: No town hall visit, and no static trophy lift at the Emirates Stadium 9km route along bigger roads with various viewing places along the way none particularly better than any other. Over 500k supporters expected. The women’s team will also be in the parade to show off the Club World Cup. Parade will be expected to last 90 minutes to 2 hours. Route will be shared by Arsenal today.

@Only1tommo Absolutely

@Jay_d_one Quality isn’t it

Young Arsenal fan asks he wants short hair like Viktor Gyokeres.. I’m going to barbers right now to ask for the same thing..

@Only1tommo This is our year. It is coming home to the Emirates. Can we dominate the league and Europe for the next five seasons?

Hotel in London booked for Champions League final night and ready for the parade the next day to give you Arsenal fans that content. Turn on my post notifications 🔔 it’s going to be a great weekend. 🔴⚪️🏆

@premierleague @BarclaysFooty @m8arteta deserves this looking at where he took @Arsenal from. He put in the work and the time. Now we are looking ag sustainability. Do you think he can dominate the league for the next 5 seasons?

Guiding Arsenal to their first Premier League title in 22 years 🔝 Mikel Arteta is your @barclaysfooty Manager of the Season 👏

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Yes, the Black Stars have a solid shot at winning that opening game against Panama! 🇬🇭⚽ Why Ghana can win: No head-to-head history — this is a fresh matchup, so it's anyone's game on the day. Ghana has more World Cup experience (this is their 5th appearance). The attack has quality that can trouble Panama's defense. Panama is ranked higher (~33rd vs Ghana's ~74th as of recent FIFA rankings), but rankings don't always tell the full story in a big tournament opener. Panama's strengths: They're organized, physical, and have been solid in CONCACAF qualifying with good recent form (mix of wins and draws). They’ll likely sit deep and look for counters. Ghana's edge: As the more attacking side with Premier League-level talent, Ghana should control more of the ball and create better chances. A win here would be massive for momentum — it's widely seen as the "must-win" game before facing the heavyweights. Realistically? I'd put Ghana as slight favorites (around 40-45% chance based on previews), with a draw also very possible. But in football, especially World Cup openers, form on the day + Black Stars spirit can overcome rankings. What’s your score prediction?

🇬🇭 Ghana face Panama in 22 days. Do you think we can get a win in our first group game?

@bettingkingz9 Absolutely 💯 active

Are you active to gain?

@theberneese Luis Enrique as a coach

Which player/coach should I talk about next?👀

Hot takes (no agenda, just football reality) — disagree if you want, but don’t do it quietly: 1. Manchester City dominance isn’t “the best team ever” — it’s the most system-perfect squad built in football history. There’s a difference between greatness and engineering. 2. The “Premier League is the toughest league” narrative is outdated. It’s the richest, not necessarily the most tactically diverse. 3. Pep Guardiola is not just the best coach of this generation — he’s the blueprint. Most “elite” managers are variations of his ideas. 4. The Ronaldo vs Messi debate ended tactically years ago — it’s now purely emotional marketing warfare. 5. Real Madrid don’t “luck” their Champions League wins. They weaponize chaos better than any club in football history. 5. Most “golden generation” national teams failed not because of talent — but because club ego culture is stronger than international cohesion. If this upset you, good. Football needs less comfort opinions. Follow for more uncomfortable football truths — not highlights, not PR takes.

🚨There is now serious confident expectation that a decision on Man City’s 115 case will be delivered in the coming weeks! Possible sanctions if found guilty. 1. Expulsion from the Premier League 2. Massive, Multi-Season Points Deductions 3. Stripping of Title…. See beneath