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Prem cult hero started Arsenal's long-throw trend by accident 'hurling rocks'
- Arsenal have revived the long-throw tactic, linking it to a revived Premier League trend.
- Dominic Matteo recounts how a walk helped reveal Delap’s long-throw ability to Tony Pulis.
- Arsenal are using set-piece coaches and consultants to maximize long-throw effectiveness.
- The Daily Star frames the trend as a current Premier League evolution rather than a one-off.
- The feature cites Delap as the historic king of long throws and ties him to modern teams.
- The report notes a rise in long throws this season, reportedly doubling last year’s figures.
- Nicolas Jover and Thomas Gronnemark are highlighted as key figures in Arsenal’s long-throw approach.
- The piece frames the tactic as helping teams win aerial duels and penetrate crowded boxes.
- The article references fans and managers discussing throws as a strategic weapon in the modern game.
- The report emphasizes a broader club strategy shift toward specialized set-pieces and coaching staff.
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