Penalties

No doubt Arsenal concede the most penalties in Europe let alone the PL. I’ve not seen any stats but don’t need to. There’s a penalty conceded every game. It’s been an issue for a good half decade at the very least.

So already you need to score two goals from the start because a penalty will be conceded. This is so counter productive. With Gendouzi and Toriera I really did think this issue will be resolved but it really hasn’t. A systemic change is needed, which means a new coach is needed. Under a good system these players will be much better. Their international performances is proof. I personally don’t think there’s a host of changes to the squad required. If I’m honest, a very good CB and a midfielder to replace Xhaka are the only changes needed for the players. The coaching staff however needs a overhaul.

One good CB and a good GK (which we have) with a good defensive system is what this team requires to be steady. We have Torreira and Gendouzi who I believe are good enough to keep the defenders safe from attack. But again it’s the system that’s the problem.