Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel has sparked debate after criticizing Arsenal\u2019s approach during set-piece situations following their narrow 1-0 win over West Ham United in the Premier League on Sunday night.<\/p>\n
The victory sent Arsenal FC back to the top of the Premier League table with just two matches remaining this season. Mikel Arteta\u2019s side secured three crucial points in a tense contest as the title race entered its final stage.<\/p>\n
However, the match ended with controversy after West Ham had a late goal ruled out before stoppage time. The home side believed they had found an equaliser that could have damaged Arsenal\u2019s title hopes, but the referee disallowed the effort following a challenge on the goalkeeper inside the box.<\/p>\n
Speaking after the game, Schmeichel strongly disagreed with the decision and questioned Arsenal\u2019s repeated use of physical blocks around opposition goalkeepers during corners and free kicks.<\/p>\n
\u201cArsenal have been blocking the opponent\u2019s goalkeeper all season long,\u201d Schmeichel said. \u201cThey would never be on top of the league if we disallow these goals.\u201d<\/p>\n
The comments quickly divided fans and pundits on social media. Some agreed with the former Denmark international and argued that Arsenal have pushed the limits with their set-piece routines throughout the campaign. Others defended Arteta\u2019s side and insisted the tactics are within the rules of the game.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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