How Arsenal play: An increasingly dynamic midfield, more verticality and a subtle pressing tweak

Arsenal, under Mikel Arteta, are performing strongly in the 2025-26 season, leading the Premier League and Champions League while advancing in domestic cups. The team's success is attributed to effective minor tactical tweaks and impactful summer 2025 signings, rather than a major style overhaul, as Arteta emphasizes evolving by enhancing player strengths.

In possession, Arsenal's build-up remains consistent with last season, often involving Martin Odegaard dropping deep. Their formation varies flexibly—such as 4-3-3, 4-2, or 3-2-4-1—based on players, progression needs, and opponents, avoiding a single fixed structure.

Ball progression has become more dynamic this season, with midfield fluidity boosted by signings like Martin Zubimendi and Eberechi Eze. Arteta highlights their complementary qualities, allowing unpredictable interchanges and increased threat from central positions, as seen in pre-season performances.

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