BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 04: Bryan Mbeumo of Brentford celebrates after scoring his teams second goal during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Southampton FC at Gtech Community Stadium on February 04, 2023 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
3 threats Brentford will pose when they visit the Emirates on Saturday
2. Set pieces
Brentford pose a distinct threat from set pieces. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)
Brentford’s proficiency from set pieces has played a major role in their success this season, and while Arsenal are one of the better teams in the league at defending them, they did concede from a corner last weekend.
The Bees, who boast a variety of routines to keep opponents guessing, have accumulated the third-highest xG from set pieces (8.5) and have scored the joint-fourth-highest number of goals from such situations this season (eight).
West Ham have only conceded fewer set-piece goals than Arsenal, but their recent issues suggest that the visitors could have some joy on Saturday.
The Gunners must avoid giving away needless free kicks.
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