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Pundits like BBC 5 Live labeled Arsenal's set-piece reliance 'boring,' but data shows their 38% of goals from dead balls ranks fifth in the league, behind Crystal Palace at 50% and Newcastle at 49%. Arsenal lead in raw set-piece tallies yet rank second in open-play goals, reflecting a league-wide rise where set pieces make up 27.5% of all goals this season amid tighter defenses. Mikel Arteta joked he's upset they haven't scored even more from routines, while a Ghana analyst's breakdown highlighted their balanced attack, earning praise over some UK takes.

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Arsenal scraped a gritty 2-1 win over Chelsea on March 1, with headers from Jurriën Timber and William Saliba off corners sealing the points and extending their lead to five.

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Carrick stepped in as interim boss on January 13 after Ruben Amorim's sacking, lifting United to third in the Premier League with a gritty 2-1 comeback over Crystal Palace. Fans mix excitement with jokes about a potential meltdown if the streak ends against Newcastle, who have a strong home record and a slight edge per Opta stats. Carrick keeps things grounded, focusing on growth ahead of Wednesday's 8:15pm GMT kickoff at St. James' Park.

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Michael Carrick has turned Manchester United's chaos into calm with six wins and a draw in seven games. Fans love it, but they're bracing for his first loss at Newcastle.

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Deportivo Alavés and Girona FC shared a thrilling 2-2 draw in La Liga Matchday 25 at Estadio de Mendizorroza on Monday night. Boyé scored twice for the hosts, opening the scoring in the 5th minute and nodding in Víctor Parada's cross late to secure a point and lift Alavés three points clear of relegation. Girona fought back through Vladyslav Vanat and Viktor Tsygankov but couldn't hold their 2-1 lead, as their defense struggled with crosses. The result leaves Alavés 14th with breathing room, while Girona remain 11th and frustrated mid-table.

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With the clock ticking down in the 89th minute, Lucas Boyé leaped high to head home and spark wild celebrations at Mendizorroza. It was the dramatic equalizer Alavés desperately needed.

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The Catalan club is optimistic about securing Rashford permanently this summer, with personal terms nearly agreed and Manchester United firm on a €30 million buyout clause—ideally paid in three €10 million installments to navigate financial fair play. The England star has delivered 10 goals and 10 assists in La Liga, earning high praise from manager Hansi Flick for his attitude, while reportedly taking a pay cut to join the project long-term. United fans view the €30 million as smart business for their homegrown talent, though La Liga rules and Barcelona's presidential elections remain the last obstacles before an official announcement.

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Marcus Rashford has dazzled at Barcelona since his summer 2025 loan arrival, blending seamlessly with stars like Raphinha during free-kick drills and key sub appearances.

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Viktor Gyokeres, playing for Arsenal, has scored 15 goals in all competitions despite heavy criticism and fewer minutes than rivals Benjamin Sesko, Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike, and Alexander Isak, sparking heated discussions on X. Comparisons highlight his 10 Premier League goals with 0 assists at 174 minutes per goal against Sesko's 7 goals and 1 assist at 162 minutes per goal, alongside disputes over Joao Pedro's 17 non-penalty goals and Isak's performances.

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Atalanta secured a 2-0 victory over Lazio at the Stadio Olimpico, with Éderson converting a 41st-minute penalty after Danilo Cataldi's handball, followed by Zalewski's exquisite top-corner strike just past the hour. Despite Lazio's early control and a post hit, they couldn't overcome Atalanta's solid defense in the second half. The win extends Atalanta's unbeaten Serie A run in 2026 to eight matches, lifting them temporarily into sixth and boosting their top-six charge.

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Trailing at halftime after dominating possession, Lazio watched their hopes fade as Atalanta's Éderson buried a cool penalty and Nicola Zalewski curled in a beauty from distance.

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Manchester United sacked Ruben Amorim in early January after a poor run, turning to Michael Carrick who has guided them unbeaten in six matches, including wins over Manchester City, Arsenal, and a gritty 1-0 at Everton on February 23 where sub Benjamin Sesko scored. Dalot starred with perfect tackles, four touches in the box, and strong ratings, building on one goal and three assists this season under Carrick's tactics. Fans praise his fitness and boldness but debate if he's a long-term right-back solution amid competition from Noussair Mazraoui.

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Diogo Dalot owned the right flank at Goodison Park, blocking shots and driving forward like a man possessed, even as he nodded to United's wild spirit in a post-match chat with his wife.

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The towering artwork on a Glasgow tenement shows McTominay's stunner against Denmark in the November 2025 playoff, where Scotland won 4-2 to qualify for the 2026 World Cup—their first since 1998. Fans flock to the site as a new pilgrimage spot, while the mural stirs memories of his path from Manchester United academy product to Napoli star, with 13 goals, a Scudetto, and Serie A MVP in his debut season. Rumors of a United return surfaced online, but McTominay shut them down, confirming his focus on Napoli amid extension talks to 2030.

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Mid-air, Scott McTominay smashed home a bicycle kick that ended Scotland's 28-year World Cup wait. Now, a massive 36-foot mural near Hampden Park captures that electric moment forever.

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