Arsenal has etched its name into the Premier League record books, surpassing a long-standing benchmark for goals scored from corner situations in a single season. The Gunners netted their 17th goal from a corner in the 2025-26 campaign, a pivotal moment that also propelled them back to the top of the league table, ahead of Manchester City. The historic goal came courtesy of Eberechi Eze, following a cleverly worked short corner routine against Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium. The strike not only secured three crucial points but also sparked a familiar chant from the home crowd: “Set Piece Again, Ole Ole,” a testament to Arsenal’s growing reputation for dead-ball prowess.

A new era for set-piece dominance

The previous record of 16 goals from corners in a Premier League season had stood for an impressive 32 full seasons. It was originally set by Oldham Athletic in the inaugural 1992-93 Premier League campaign. Oldham, remarkably, went on to score 28 goals from corners across their two top-flight seasons (1992-93 and 1993-94). The 16-goal mark was later equalled by West Bromwich Albion in 2016-17 and by Arsenal themselves in the 2023-24 season, highlighting their consistent improvement in this area. According to Opta Analyst, Arsenal’s new record of 17 goals in 2025-26 leads the all-time Premier League list. Other notable tallies include:

• 16 goals: Arsenal (2023-24), West Bromwich Albion (2016-17), Oldham Athletic (1992-93)
• 15 goals: Liverpool (2021-22), Manchester City (2021-22), Manchester City (2011-12), Manchester City (2009-10), Manchester United (2012-13), Manchester United (2007-08), Tottenham Hotspur (2025-26)
• 14 goals: Arsenal (2024-25), Liverpool (2018-19), West Bromwich Albion (2014-15), Wimbledon (1993-94)

With four matches still remaining in the 2025-26 season, Arsenal has the opportunity to further extend their record tally, solidifying their place in the history books.

Arteta’s tactical emphasis pays dividends

This record-breaking achievement is no accident. Manager Mikel Arteta has placed significant emphasis on Arsenal’s set-piece strength, making it a central component of their attacking identity this season. The efficiency seen from dead-ball situations is a direct result of deliberate coaching and careful recruitment, transforming what was once an afterthought for many teams into a potent weapon. While some critics have argued that Arsenal’s reliance on set-pieces makes their football predictable or overly functional, the results speak for themselves. Elite teams, including Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City and Manchester United’s successful 2007-08 side, have historically leveraged set-pieces as a key avenue for goals, proving its value at the highest level. A diverse range of players has contributed to Arsenal’s corner goal haul this season. Jurrien Timber leads the individual scoring charts from corners with three goals. Gabriel Magalhães, Mikel Merino, and Martin Zubimendi have each chipped in with two goals. Additionally, Arsenal has benefited from two own goals forced directly from their corner deliveries, underscoring the pressure they consistently apply. Ultimately, while the record is a testament to Arsenal’s strategic brilliance and execution, its true meaning will hinge on whether the team can deliver the ultimate prize: winning the Premier League title. Sources: theanalyst.com

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