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Martin Zubimendi is already becoming one of the most important players in Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal – but what do the numbers actually say? In this video, we break down Zubimendi’s pass maps, positional tendencies, and influence in big games during his first Premier League season. We also analyse:How Zubimendi has adapted to the intensity of the Premier League His minutes played & running distance compared to other midfieldersThe tactical impact of Martin Ødegaard’s absence on Arsenal’s build-up Why Zubimendi’s role could redefine Arsenal’s midfield structureUsing detailed data and tactical analysis, this is a deep dive into how Zubimendi is shaping Arsenal’s system under Arteta. Follow us on Twitter/X:https://x.com/adamkeys https://x.com/arsenaltherapy Watch football anywhere in the world with the help of Nord VPN:https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=15&aff_id=128564&url_id=902

Carabao Cup Final Tactical Analysis: Pep Guardiola tactically outclassed Arsenal and Mikel Arteta, as Man City dominated from start to finish. But what exactly went wrong for Arsenal—and how did City make it look so easy?In this video, we break down the simple yet devastating tactical setup that gave City total control, exhausted Arsenal, and trapped them in their own half. Plus, we analyse the key moments that could have changed the game—including a huge missed chance and a tactical shift that briefly sparked life into Arsenal.In this video, Adam Keys covers:- Pep Guardiola’s Zonal Press Explained - How City’s narrow 4-2-4 shape cut off Arsenal’s build-up and controlled central spacesThe Front Four’s Role - How City’s attackers zoned off passing lanes to Arsenal’s double pivot, forcing predictable play- Midfield Control with Rodri & Bernardo Silva - Passive positioning with explosive pressing triggers to shut down Arsenal’s “soft spots”- Kepa Under Pressure - Why Kepa Arrizabalaga’s mistake wasn’t random—but a direct result of City’s relentless press- Total Dominance in Every Phase - Pressing, counterpressing, and sustained attacks reflected in the passing maps- Forcing Arsenal Long - Why Gabriel & Saliba were baited into possession—with no progressive optionsKai Havertz’s Big Miss - How Kai Havertz’s missed opportunity represented Arsenal’s lack of cutting edge—and what it says about their attacking struggles on the dayCalafiori’s Impact Off the Bench - How Riccardo Calafiori added a new attacking dimension, offering width, progression, and a glimpse of how Arsenal could have hurt CityChapters:0:00 Why it went wrong for Arsenal at Wembley0:50 Man to man pressing1:25 Man City Zonal 4-2-4 press1:49 Arsenal static build up2:22 Kepa error Carabao Cup final3:04 Kai Havertz miss4:24 O'Reily first goal5:30 Hincapie yellow card5:56 Semenyo threat7:00 Calafiori introduction7:50 City press, pressure and goals9:47 Arsenal long ball issues11:18 Why David Raya had to start12:52 O'Reily second goal14:18 Calafiori shot off post16:30 Martin Ødegaard returnFollow us on Twitter/X:https://x.com/adamkeys https://x.com/arsenaltherapy Watch football anywhere in the world with the help of Nord VPN:https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=15&aff_id=128564&url_id=902#Arsenal #ManCity #CarabaoCup #PepGuardiola #MikelArteta #FootballTactics #PremierLeague #TacticalAnalysis

Arsenal Tactical Analysis — Arsenal beat Bayer Leverkusen 2–0 with a performance defined by one decisive tactical detail.n this video I am going to break down the key thing Arsenal need to do to beat Man City, and why we have the players and the tactical and technical discipline to overcome them.Since drawing at Wolves, Arsenal have responded with six wins and a draw, including five back to back Premier League wins, and are one of only two English clubs to advance to the quarter finals of the Champions League.But, Sunday is what matters. The Carabao Cup final is Arsenal’s biggest game of the season; our biggest game for years. This team needs silverware, and Man City awaits.Arsenal have played 49 games this season, won 38 and drawn eight and lost just three games, and there is one thing we must do on Sunday to overcome City and win our first trophy in six years.In our last six against City, we have three wins, three draws and zero losses. Before that, we had one win and 16 defeats in 17, including our Carabao Cup final loss in 2018, but that won’t happen this time, and this is why.Chapters0:00 The one thing Arsenal must do to overcome City at Wembley2:25 Donnarumma weakness from corners3:00 Arsenal vs Leverkusen rotation3:22 Arsenal 4-4-2 press4:55 Diamond press - how we overcame it vs Villa5:42 Arsenal long passing6:47 Kai Havertz out ball8:15 Eze half space + left side + targeting Nunez9:10 Rice Carries10:26 City impatient build up plus high number of chances conceded on transition15:45 City low block and Arsenal long shotsFollow us on Twitter/X:https://x.com/adamkeys https://x.com/arsenaltherapy Watch football anywhere in the world with the help of Nord VPN:https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=15&aff_id=128564&url_id=902#arsenal #arsenalvsmanchestercity #carabaocupfinal #mikelarteta #declanrice #eberechieze

Arsenal Tactical Analysis — Arsenal beat Bayer Leverkusen 2–0 with a performance defined by one decisive tactical detail — and in this video, I break down exactly what it was. This wasn’t just another solid win; it was a match shaped by the influence of Declan Rice in midfield, the impact of Eberechi Eze between the lines, and a clear structural shift in Arsenal’s approach that controlled the game from start to finish.In this tactical analysis, I’ll show you the ONE THING that changed the momentum, how Arsenal dismantled Leverkusen’s press, and why Rice and Eze were so central to the plan. We’ll look at how Arteta set the team up, the specific rotations that unlocked the right moments, and the patterns of play that allowed Arsenal to dominate both phases of the match.If you want to understand why Arsenal won — not just that they won — this breakdown will walk you through the key ideas, the big adjustments, and the tactical story behind the 2–0 victory.3:45 Eze goal vs Leverkusen2:40 – Tactical moment that exposes the flaw4:08 - Use of fullbacks in Arsenal's build up6:24 – Zubimendi pass map and positive play7:24 – Viktor Gyokeres hold up play9:10 - Declan Rice goal vs Leverkusen11:40 Gyokeres chances created17:40 Brave, decisive passingFollow us on Twitter/X:https://x.com/adamkeys https://x.com/arsenaltherapy Watch football anywhere in the world with the help of Nord VPN:https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=15&aff_id=128564&url_id=902#arsenal #arsenalvsleverkusen #championsleague #declanrice #eberechieze

Arsenal Tactical Analysis — In today’s video, I break down the one thing that Mikel Arteta did to swing the title race and get Arsenal over the line against Everton. This was a moment where Mikel Arteta addressed previous issues, took the handbrake off and put his faith in a 16 year old Max Dowman on 72 minutes and challenged every player on the pitch to find a way to win, and with City dropping points at West Ham, it may have been the biggest moment of his career to date.This breakdown covers the exact moment the problem was solved, and why it addressed previous issues Arsenal have had in attack. If you’re an Arsenal fan who wants deeper insight, this video is for you.What You’ll Learn- The things that made Max Dowman's performance special - Why Eberechi Eze has arrived- Viktor Gyokeres positioning- Tactics vs improvisation- Comparisons with Fergie bringing on Federico Macheda in 08/09- How we addressed our rotation issuesChapters:0:00 Mikel Arteta took the handbrake off0:20 Premier League table2:22 Max Dowman composure and confidence3:18 Max Dowman goal vs Everton5:12 Viktor Gyokeres goal vs Everton6:53 Havertz vs Gyokeres8:37 How we fixed our fullback rotations9:59 Calafiori block vs Everton10:29 William Saliba's brilliance12:49 Eberechi Eze's best game for Arsenal15:00 Max Dowman's all round brilliance17:30 The title raceFollow us on Twitter/X:https://x.com/adamkeys https://x.com/arsenaltherapy Watch football anywhere in the world with the help of Nord VPN:https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=15&aff_id=128564&url_id=902#arsenalvseverton #maxdowman #viktorgyokeres #arsenal #MikelArteta #PremierLeague

Arsenal beat Brighton 1-0 at the AMEX to go seven points clear as Manchester City faltered to a 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest at home. Arsenal's win laid down a marker and it was a night were individuals stood up in a tough, gritty, determined win in a game that could have been a potential bananskin.In this video, Adam Keys looks at:- Bukayo Saka's goal and early chance- Carlos Baleba's attempt and Gabriel's clearance- Declan Rice's all action performance- The rotations between Zubimendi and Rice - Concerns over Zubimendi's position - The importance of Timber, Hincapie and Gabriel - Why Arsenal's variation is key to success - Bukayo Saka's 300th appearance - How Arsenal kept Brighton playing in non danger areas - Mosquera's tough night and the absence of William Saliba - Havertz cameo Follow us on Twitter/X:https://x.com/adamkeyshttps://x.com/arsenaltherapy #Arsenal #Brightonvsarsenal #titlerace #BukayoSaka #declanrice #EberechiEze #ViktorGyokeres #MikelArteta #PremierLeague

Arsenal beat a 10 man Chelsea 2-1 and it was a mental hundle that they had to overcome. Form hasn't been on Arsenal's side in the Premier League, and it was another highly emotional, aggressive London Derby just a week after Tottenham, but the team delivered.Arsenal's goals from Timber and Saliba secured the win, but it was David Raya who stole the show with some big late saves to secure the three points.In this video, Adam Keys looks at:- Arsenal's record against Chelsea- Martin Zubimendi's positioning and recent form- Viktor Gyokeres as an outlet and why he is important- Arsenal's lack of presence in zone 14- The space afforded to Chelsea in central areas- Arsenal's set piece dominace- Eberechi Eze's risk vs reward and why it was positive- Arsenal inviting pressure by dropping deep- David Raya's save catalogue- Why this win is so important and why momentum mattersFollow us on Twitter/X:https://x.com/adamkeys_https://x.com/arsenaltherapy#Arsenal #arsenalvschelsea #saliba #jurrientimber #EberechiEze #ViktorGyokeres #BukayoSaka #MikelArteta #PremierLeague #declanrice

In a special episode, Adam Keys is joined by former Arsenal scout Brian Stapleton to discuss player scouting, Hale End's history with Daniel Ballard, Charlie Patino, Nathan Tello and Noni Madueke:- How talent is spotted at a young age- Brian Stapleton's 13 years at Arsenal- How Madueke almost joined Arsenal twice- The Hale End Journey- Per Mertesacker's successor- How Arsenal develop young talentIf you’re looking for in-depth Arsenal analysis, tactical breakdowns, and North London Derby reaction, this is the place.Follow us on Twitter/X:https://x.com/adamkeys_https://x.com/arsenaltherapy#Arsenal #Tottenham #NorthLondonDerby #ArsenalAnalysis #ArsenalTactics #EberechiEze #ViktorGyokeres #BukayoSaka #MikelArteta #PremierLeague

Arsenal responded in emphatic style with a dominant 4–1 win over Tottenham in the North London Derby at Three Point Lane — the perfect reaction after the midweek horror show against Wolves. This was attacking football with freedom, intensity, and purpose — and a reminder of what this Arsenal side can be at its best.In this tactical analysis, Adam Keys breaks down why this victory was so important for Arsenal and how Mikel Arteta’s side fixed the key issues that have frustrated fans in recent weeks.🔍 In this video:- Why Viktor Gyökeres’ hold-up play, movement and clinical finishing changed Arsenal’s attack- How Eberechi Eze’ goals, carries, pass map and touch map unlocked Tottenham- The tactical role of Declan Rice in Tottenham’s goal- Arsenal’s more direct, central attacking approach- The developing partnership between Eze and Gyökeres- The brilliance of Bukayo Saka- Arsenal’s ruthlessness in front of goal — and why it could have been more- The “sliding doors” moment: why Arsenal were fortunate to see Randal Kolo Muani’s goal ruled out- A superb 40-minute cameo from Cristhian Mosquera- The growing impact of Piero Hincapié- Why Arsenal must continue to build around Eze’s freedomIf you’re looking for in-depth Arsenal analysis, tactical breakdowns, and North London Derby reaction, this is the place.Follow us on Twitter/X:https://x.com/adamkeys_https://x.com/arsenaltherapy#Arsenal #Tottenham #NorthLondonDerby #ArsenalAnalysis #ArsenalTactics #EberechiEze #ViktorGyokeres #BukayoSaka #MikelArteta #PremierLeague

Arsenal's 4-0 win over Wigan made it 32 wins, six draws and three losses in 41 games this season, and marked our progression in yet another cup competition, with the fight for the quadruple very much on.Before kick off, Arsenal lost Riccardo Calafiori to injury, and it forced Mikel Arteta into a change that ultimately decided the game and give Arsenal fans something they've been crying out for all season.In this video, Adam Keys looks at:- Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze as interiors - How Saka can thrive as an eight / 10- Eze's assists, shots, carries and key passes vs Wigan- Christan Norgaard's passing range, discipline and how he is under used at Arsenal- Gabriel Jesus goal and free role vs Wigan- Gabriel Martinelli's exceptional cup competition performances- Arsenal's rotation, and how it compares to Liverpool and Man City- Arsenal's central threat, zone 14 dominance and platforming of talent- Madueke goal vs WiganYou can follow us on Twitter here:https://x.com/adamkeys_https://x.com/arsenaltherapy#arsenalvswigan #nonimadueke #gabrieljesus #gabrielmartinelli #eberechieze #eze #facup #bukayosaka #christannorgaard #mikelarteta #arsenaltactics #arsenalanalysis #arsenalhighlights

Arsenal's 3-0 win at Sunderland was a statement win; a win that pulled us nine points clear of Manchester City before they travel to Anfield and one that showed that Mikel Arteta's team are thinking like champions.Mikel Arteta picked a team to face a Sunderland side with one of the lowest line heights in the league, the third lowest possession numbers and the 17th worst away record in the Premier League, but that wasn't the game they delivered, and Arsenal had to win games within games.In this video, Adam Keys looks at the key thing Arsenal did to overcome a battling, jubilant Sunderland who are rightly in the top 10:- How Brian Brobbey changed Arsenal's approach- The impact of Kai Havertz- Central access and vertical, direct play- Zubimendi's opening goal, and shots from outside the box- The improvements Viktor Gyokeres is making with each game- Gyokeres goals and Martinelli's outlet- Jesus penalty call and what the pattern highlighted- David Raya's early distribution- How Arsenal solved problems on the pitch- MIkel Arteta's perfect subs- Eze's impact - Declan Rice's man of the match performanceYou can follow us on Twitter here:https://x.com/adamkeys_https://x.com/arsenaltherapy#arsenalvssunderland #viktorgokeres #gyokeres #arsenal #zubimendi #premierleague #mikelarteta #arsenaltactics #arsenalanalysis #arsenalhighlights

Arsenal's 4-0 win over Leeds was a needed mental reset for both Mikel Arteta, the players and the fans, as Arsenal once again built a seven point lead over City.In this video Adam Keys looks at how Arsenal took Leeds apart with a very simple tactic that lead to them being repeatedly exposed:- Madueke's cross for Zubimendi's goal- The role of Saliba, Timber and Zubimendi in build up- How Arsenal exposed 'the jump'- Arsenal's bravery in forward areas- The desire to play fast and show risk- How Arsenal give up possession in favour of direct football- The importantance of set pieces- Viktor Gyokeres' goal and how it will increase his confidence- The impact of Kai Havertz- Martin Odegaard's improvement and response to being droppedYou can follow us on Twitter here:https://x.com/adamkeys_https://x.com/arsenaltherapy#leedsvsarsenal #arsenal #zubimendi #gabrieljesus #viktorgyökeres #gyokeres #martinelli #gabrielmartinelli #arsenal #declanrice #gabriel #martinodegaard #trossard #mikelarteta #madueke #havertz #kaihavertz

Arsenal beat Portsmouth 4-1 to reach our first FA Cup fourth round in three years; a long overdue advance for the club who have won the competition more than anyone else.Gabriel Martinelli scored three as Arsenal scored three more set piece goals, missed a penalty and a number of other chances to kill the game earlier.In this video, Adam Keys looks at:- Gabriel Martinelli's hat trick vs Portsmouth- Martinelli's chances, movement and execution- Gabriel Jesus' assist for Martinelli- Christian Norgaard goal and Martinelli's role in it- Madueke's corner taking, 1v1 dribbling and penalty miss- Kai Havertz return from injury- Ethan Nwaneri's performance and Mikel Merino at six- Marli Salmon's FA Cup debutYou can follow us on Twitter here:https://x.com/adamkeys_https://x.com/arsenaltherapy#arsenalvsportsmouth #facup #martinellihattrick #martinelli #gabrielmartinelli #arsenal #declanrice #gabriel #martinodegaard #trossard ##mikelarteta #madueke #havertz #kaihavertz #nwanari

Arsenal Perfect Midiflied And The Rotations That Make Them Untouchable! Declan Rice, Martin Ødegaard and Martin Zubimendi have finally found minutes and rhythm together as a trio, and Arsenal are scoring more goals as a result, with all three playing key roles in each games .In this video, Adam Keys looks at what makes the trio so special: - Rice goals vs Bournemouth - Arsenal's midfield attacking the edge of the box - Martin Ødegaard and Martin Zubimendi's interchanges- Zubimendi and Rice pivot balance - Effective tackling, positioning and counter pressing - Zubimendi's deceptive attacking penalty box play - Martin Ødegaard vs Brighton - Rice and Zubimendi's crossing - Passing and carring stats- Rice, Ødegaard and Zubimendi heat maps - Chances created and through balls You can follow us on Twitter here:https://x.com/adamkeys_https://x.com/arsenaltherapy##bournemouthvsarsenal #arsenal #declanrice #gabriel #martinodegaard #trossard ##mikelarteta #madueke #martinzubimendi #zubimendi #bukayosaka #trossard #mikelarteta #arsenaltactics #martinodegaard #zubimendi #saka #declanrice

Arsenal once again extended their lead at the top of the Premier League table with a 3-2 win against Bournemouth, with two stunning goals from Declan Rice and a big goal from Gabriel. The Gunners made things difficult with Gabriel's early error gifting Evanilson a goal, and then conceding to a long range Kroupi strike to make it 3-2 late on, however the team hung on for three points. In this video, Adam Keys looks at: - Declan Rice's goals, heat map, pass map and influence on the game - The trio of Martin Odegaard, Martin Zubimendi and Declan Rice - Arsenal's sloppy first half- Why Arsenal are conceding sloppy goals - Arsenal's open play improvements- Bournemounth's high press and space in behind- Arteta's team selection - How Saka and Trossard influenced the game - Arsenal in 25/26 compared to 24/25 and 23/24 - Noni Madueke's brilliant 1v1 threat You can follow us on Twitter here:https://x.com/adamkeys_https://x.com/arsenaltherapy##bournemouthvsarsenal #arsenal #declanrice #gabriel #martinodegaard #trossard ##mikelarteta #madueke #martinzubimendi #zubimendi #bukayosaka #trossard #mikelarteta #arsenaltactics #martinodegaard #zubimendi #saka #declanrice