Fri Dec 06 05:05:07 UTC 2024: ## Arsenal Dominate Set Pieces to Defeat Manchester United 2-0

**London, England** – Arsenal secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, handing Ruben Amorim his first Premier League defeat. Two goals, both originating from corner kicks, proved decisive in a match where Arsenal’s set-piece prowess overwhelmed Manchester United’s defense.

The first half saw a cagey affair, with neither side creating many clear-cut chances. Manchester United, despite a relatively quiet attacking display, frustrated Arsenal for much of the opening 45 minutes. However, the Gunners broke the deadlock in the 54th minute when Jurrien Timber expertly guided in Declan Rice’s corner. Arsenal doubled their lead in the 73rd minute through a similar set-piece routine, with Thomas Partey heading across for William Saliba to tap home.

Despite several near misses for Arsenal, including a shot from Kai Havertz saved by Andre Onana, and chances for Manchester United, the Gunners held firm. The victory, though, only moves them to third place on goal difference after Chelsea’s emphatic win over Southampton. The result extends Arsenal’s winning streak against Manchester United to four consecutive matches and four straight home wins against the Red Devils.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim, making six changes to his starting lineup, saw his 34-game unbeaten league run come to an end. His team’s inability to defend set pieces ultimately proved their undoing. Amorim will be hoping for a return to winning ways when they face Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his delight with the performance, highlighting the team’s energy and effectiveness, especially in the second half. Arsenal’s dominance from corners continued, with the team having scored more goals from this situation than any other Premier League team since last season. For Manchester United, conceding two goals from corners in a single match marked their first such occurrence since January 2014.

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