‘We are shying away from it.’ Walcott says Arsenal is obsessed with setpieces instead of Theo Walcott criticizes Arsenal’s shift towards set-pieces, believing it detracts from their traditional free-flowing style. This concern arises after Arsenal’s 2-0 loss to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup semi-final, where Newcastle’s clinical performance exposed Arsenal’s struggles. Walcott suggests that Arsenal’s focus on set-pieces may be undermining their ability to create chances through open play, a hallmark of their identity.
