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From Efficiency to Authority: Eight Weeks of Data Proving Arsenal’s Control Game Works

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 1d

The numbers keep saying the same thing.
Arsenal’s control model isn’t fading - it’s maturing

Our latest Lines and Lanes looks at what’s steady, what’s shifting, and what it means next.

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Arsenal’s eighth straight performance shows a system built on control, structure, and adaptability. Eight weeks of data reveal how Mikel Arteta’s side wins through balance, precision, and stability.

Arsenal Crush Atletico Madrid 4–0 to Prove Champions League Credentials

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 2d

That 4–0 was pure dominance.

Set-piece precision. Relentless pressing. Gyökeres on the scoresheet.

If anyone doubted Arsenal’s Champions League credentials, tonight ended that.

Three Things We Learned Is Here:
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Arsenal delivered a dominant 4–0 win over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates, extending their perfect Champions League run. Goals from Gabriel, Martinelli, and Gyokeres showcased control, depth, and powe...

Arsenal vs Atletico Match Preview: Gunners aim to extend perfect Champions League start

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 3d

Arsenal return to Champions League action at the Emirates vs Atletico Madrid. Arteta’s side are chasing a 3rd straight win and another clean sheet.

Read our full match preview:
Match Preview: Gunners aim to extend perfect Champions League start
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Arsenal host Atletico Madrid at the Emirates as Mikel Arteta’s side look to extend their perfect Champions League start and keep another clean sheet.

Fulham 0–1 Arsenal: Three Things We Learned as the Gunners Go Top

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 4d

Today's piece is dedicated to those who keep moaning about how Arsenal win games.

Set pieces, clean sheets, top of the table. Works for me.

Fulham 0-1 Arsenal: Three Things We Learned as the Gunners Go Top.

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Arsenal beat Fulham 1-0 at Craven Cottage to return to the Premier League summit. Three key lessons from a gritty, disciplined win built on control and set pieces.

Riccardo Calafiori: Arsenal’s Shape-Shifting Soul | Tactical Analysis & 2025–26 Data Review

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 10d

Are those all Isak's shots?

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 11d

Apparently, there’s a Calafiori Appreciation Society and I missed the first meeting.

Consider this my membership application - an ode to Arsenal’s most unpredictable constant.

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Riccardo Calafiori is redefining Arsenal’s left side. An analytical and appreciative look at how his 2025–26 performances blend defensive control, progressive passing, and Arteta’s evolving tactics.

Gianni Infantino keeping ‘open mind’ about moving World Cups from summer

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 15d

He is going to single-handedly kill the sport. Because he just wants more games to make more money and doesn't care about the impact on players.

Nick Ames @nickames82.bsky.social · 15d

More winter World Cups and Club World Cups lined up for after 2030, if Infantino has his way. Understand Qatar strong favourites for any 2031 CWC. China also back in frame to host an edition. www.theguardian.com/football/202...

President Gianni Infantino says Fifa wants to optimise the football calendar, including switching the World Cup away from its traditional slot

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 15d

Trying something different today. Using player data from @scott.cannonstats.com, we took a data-driven look at Arsenal’s right-side blueprint something every fan can see, but the numbers help explain why it works.

So here we go. . .
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Arsenal’s Right-Side Blueprint: How Saka, Ødegaard, and Timber Are Driving the Attack

Arsenal, Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, Jurrien Timber, Premier League, tactics, Arsenal analysis, football analytics, data analysis, Cannon Stats

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 15d

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Arsenal’s First Seven Matches: Title Contender Reality Check

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 17d

Arsenal’s first seven matches show more than strong results. They reveal a team evolving tactically, managing injuries, and building title credentials through control and depth.

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Arsenal’s first seven league games show elite defense, stable possession control, and deeper attacking variety, with finishing and central creation still in focus.

Arsenal vs West Ham: Three Things We Learned as Arteta’s Side Go Top of the Premier League

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 18d

Arsenal moved top of the Premier League with a controlled 2-0 win over West Ham. Here's our 3 lessons we learned from Arteta’s 300th game:

Tactical dominance, standout performances, and what it means for the title race.

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Arsenal marked Mikel Arteta’s 300th game with a 2-0 win over West Ham. We break down three key lessons; tactical control, standout performances, and what it means for the title race.

Arsenal vs West Ham Match Preview | Team News, Form & Prediction

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 21d

Arsenal look to keep pace at the top as West Ham visit under new boss Nuno Espírito Santo.

Our preview covers form, team news, tactics, key battles and a reasoned prediction.

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Comprehensive Arsenal vs West Ham match preview covering team news, form, tactical outlook, key players, stats, and prediction for the Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal vs Olympiacos Match Analysis: Three Things We Learned from the Champions League Win

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 22d

Arsenal stayed perfect in the Champions League with a 2-0 win over Olympiacos.

Martinelli struck early, Raya produced a stunning save, & Saka sealed it late. And Ødegaard was just Ødegaard

Our analysis breaks down three things we learned from the match.

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The Champions League returned to the Emirates Stadium with Arsenal looking to continue their perfect start in Europe. Having opened their campaign with a controlled 2-0 win over Athletic Club, Mikel A...

Arsenal vs Olympiacos: Champions League Preview, Team News & Prediction

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 23d

Arsenal return to the Emirates tonight as the Champions League continues.

Olympiacos have won their last three visits — but this Arsenal side is built to change that.

Full match preview: form, tactics, key battles, and what could decide it.

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Arsenal host Olympiacos in the UEFA Champions League. Get the latest on form, head-to-head record, team news, tactics, and a reasoned match prediction as Mikel Arteta’s side aim to maintain their stro...

Arsenal After Six Matches – Defensive Reliability, New Creativity, and the Next Step

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 24d

Arsenal’s season is taking shape. 6 games in the data shows defensive reliability new creative options & what still needs work.

Read our full tactical trends review: What 6 Matches Tell Us About Arsenal Defensive Reliability New Creativity & the Next Step
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An in-depth data-driven review of Arsenal’s first six Premier League matches, highlighting defensive stability, evolving creativity, and key areas for the team’s next step forward.

Three Things We Learned from Newcastle United vs Arsenal: Late Gabriel Header, Tactical Boldness, and Title Race Signals

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 25d

In the preseason we measure strength of season and wrote this:

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 25d

Arsenal left St James’ Park with 3 points after a stoppage-time winner from Gabriel.

We broke down the match in detail; tactics, key performances, & what this result means for the title race.

Here's our 3 Things We Learned from Newcastle vs Arsenal

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Arsenal beat Newcastle 2-1 at St James’ Park with a late Gabriel header. Key lessons on tactics, standout players, and what this means for the title race.

Newcastle vs Arsenal: Can Arsenal End St James’ Curse?

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · 28d

Arsenal return to St James’ Park looking to end a run of tough defeats and keep pace in the title race. Can Arteta’s side break the curse and take a vital away win?

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Arsenal visit Newcastle seeking to end a tough run at St James’ Park. Full preview with tactics, injuries, stats, and prediction.

Arsenal Injuries 2025–26: Fixture Congestion’s Toll

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · Sep 24

Arsenal’s injuries aren’t an outlier - they’re a warning. Our new piece tracks how fixture congestion, short recovery windows, & international travel shape injury risk across Europe. What the data says, & what clubs can do

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Arsenal’s injury list highlights football’s fixture congestion crisis. Data, science, and player voices show why reform is overdue across Europe.

Arsenal After Five Games: What the Data Says About Their Season So Far

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · Sep 23

The latest edition of our weekly Arsenal trends review is live. After five games, the numbers show where Arteta’s Arsenal have been consistent, where new patterns are emerging, and what risks/concerns still linger.

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Arsenal’s first five matches reveal clear tactical trends. A data-driven look at what’s working, what’s new, and where concerns remain.

Arsenal vs Manchester City: Three Lessons from a Tactical Standoff at the Emirates

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · Sep 22

I wanted to address the choice of Merino over Eze to start. My sense is Arteta expected City to press and play with more control, so he went with Merino for stability & duels. Instead, Pep sat deep & the game demanded creativity. Eze makes sense in hindsight.

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · Sep 22

Arsenal 1–1 Manchester City.
A match defined by control, pragmatism, and one late finish.

We break down three things we learned — from Arsenal’s dominance of territory, to Martinelli’s impact, to what this result means for the title race.

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rsenal and Manchester City played out a 1–1 draw at the Emirates. Here are three tactical lessons from the game, including Arsenal’s control, City’s pragmatism, and Martinelli’s decisive cameo.

Arsenal vs Manchester City Preview: Arteta Targets Third Straight Home Win Over Guardiola

YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · Sep 19

Arsenal host Manchester City in a Premier League clash that could shape the early title race. Arteta's Gunners aim for a third straight home win over Guardiola’s City.

Full preview, stats, team news, and prediction.

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Arsenal face Manchester City at the Emirates on Sunday in a Premier League clash that could shape the title race. Mikel Arteta is aiming for a third straight home league win over Pep Guardiola, while ...

Arsenal tactical trends after four weeks: control, balance, and depth

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YouAreMyArsenal @youaremyarsenal.bsky.social · Sep 18

Arsenal’s season through four matches: the trends that continue, the new developments, and the concerns that persist. A running, data-driven analysis.

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Four weeks of data show Arsenal’s tactical trends: control in possession, defensive strength, new attacking balance, and depth impact.