What does 20 scorers from 28 players mean to Arsenal?

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·30 May 2025

What does 20 scorers from 28 players mean to Arsenal?

Arsenal have completed a season in which their top scorer recorded just 15 goals across all competitions, despite expectations that the team would secure at least one trophy. To win trophies, a team must win matches, and to win matches, it must score goals. More often than not, it must score more than its rivals in the same competition.

The lack of goals has become a key issue, and many now expect Arsenal to sign a high-quality striker during the summer. This move was anticipated earlier, yet as June approaches, uncertainty remains over whether the club will secure the type of striker required or settle for anyone available rather than prioritising proven quality.

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Issues with Goal Distribution Raise Tactical Questions

Throughout the last campaign, Arsenal used 28 outfield players in all competitions, with 20 of them appearing on the score sheet. This spread of goals could be interpreted in one of two ways. On the positive side, it may suggest that the team are able to rely on multiple sources for goals. Alternatively, it may reflect a lack of cutting edge in attack, to the extent that even defenders are being relied upon to score the goals the team needs.

This has led to growing concern among observers and supporters alike, who fear that the team cannot consistently rely on shared goalscoring responsibilities if it is to compete for major honours.

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Historical Lowlights Highlight Need for Action

As cited by Arsenal Media, the leading scorer this season was Kai Havertz. The same source also reported that for the first time since the 1923–24 season, no Arsenal player scored at least ten league goals. This illustrates a long-standing issue that has resurfaced at a critical time for the club.

This stat shows we have a goalscoring problem, and we need to fix it as soon as possible to avoid missing out on a trophy next term as well.It is a clear signal that investment in attacking quality must be a priority in the months ahead. Without it, hopes of silverware are likely to remain unfulfilled.

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