Champions League final: Arsenal could use tactics to beat Paris Saint-Germain

It would be remiss to write about Arsenal outright beating opponents this season without mentioning their most effective weapon.

PSG have conceded just 29 goals in the league this season but six of those have come from set-pieces without penalties. The size of their squad makes this an obvious area of ​​weakness.

Thomas Frank’s Spurs lost to PSG in the Champions League earlier this season but managed to score three goals, one coming from a corner. They also lost on penalties against them in the UEFA Super Cup in August, scoring both goals in a 2–2 draw from crossed free kicks.

Under Frank, Spurs adopted various Arteta-isms including making set-plays one of the main methods of breaking down their teams.

For all three set-piece goals, Spurs targeted the back post before heading the ball, either for a teammate or directly at goal.

PSG look uncomfortable as crosses float over their heads as they track back and the header goes in the opposite direction they are heading, giving the attacking side, who know where the ball will go, an advantage.

Arsenal are in a better position for this, so if they manage to get there first, winning a corner kick or free-kick will look good on goal.

While nothing can be done about the potential moments of brilliance, there are at least signs of hope that Arsenal can hurt the defending champions.