Arsenal have turned set pieces into a fine art this season, using corners and free kicks to grind out crucial results when open play won't budge. It's become one of the most talked-about weapons in Mikel Arteta's arsenal—and yes, rival fans have been quick to cry foul, claiming the Gunners lean too heavily on dead-ball situations. But let's be honest: every team wants to score from a set piece. Arsenal have just gotten better at it.

From sharp, rehearsed movement to pinpoint delivery, the Gunners have built a reputation for making the most of every corner and free kick. Their organization has left opposing defences scrambling all campaign long, and it's no accident. Arteta and his coaching staff have clearly poured hours into refining routines that break down stubborn backlines—and the results speak for themselves.

Now, with the World Cup on the horizon, a big question is floating around the football world: will national teams try to copy Arsenal's blueprint? Several Gunners players are set to represent their countries on the biggest stage, and it's easy to imagine their international coaches taking notes. In tight knockout games, where creativity can dry up and defences tighten, a well-worked set piece could be the difference between going home or lifting the trophy.

But there's a catch. International tournaments don't offer the same luxury of time that club football does. National teams get only short windows to train together, making it harder to drill complex routines to perfection. Former Arsenal midfielder Gilberto Silva weighed in on the debate, telling Mirror Football that while set pieces will still matter, they probably won't dominate the World Cup like they do in the Premier League.

"Arsenal have got good centre-backs with Gabriel and Willian Saliba," Silva said, "but I'm not sure if the World Cup is going to be the same as you do not have so much time to prepare teams for the tournament." He added that it can be a factor, but the limited preparation time might keep dead-ball specialists from stealing the show.

Still, for fans watching the action unfold—or gearing up to rep their favorite players in the latest kits—there's no denying that set pieces have become a game-changer. Whether or not the World Cup becomes a showcase for Arsenal-style tactics, one thing is certain: the Gunners have raised the bar, and the rest of the football world is paying attention.