How Manchester City perfected the art of the set piece: ‘It’s like a chess game’
Manchester City has excelled in set pieces this season, contributing significantly to their success in the Women's Super League. A recent goal from a corner helped secure the title for City, marking their first championship in a decade. The team's strategic use of set plays has set them apart, with a league-high number of goals scored from such opportunities.
- ▪City scored 17 goals from set pieces this season, the highest in the league.
- ▪Their recent corner goal secured the Women's Super League title against Liverpool.
- ▪City conceded only one goal from set plays, showcasing their defensive strength.
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| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/manchester-city-perfected-art-set-044605920.html |
| Publication time | Sat, 30 May 2026 04:46:05 +0000 |
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