David Moyes interview: Everton boss on Premier League's set-piece trend and timeless tactics

"It's not about throwing the ball long just to throw it long," Moyes says when discussing set-pieces. "It's about delivering it into the box with precision and timing."

The rise of long throws has been a notable trend in the Premier League this season, with an average of 3.85 long throws launched into the penalty box per game, compared to just 1.52 last season.

"I don't think teams are trying to avoid set-pieces at all," Moyes says. "They're getting better at defending them, but they also know how to score from them."

Moyes believes that set-pieces have always been an important part of the game and are not a new trend. However, he does acknowledge that teams are now more focused on capitalizing on these opportunities.

"It's about taking care of trying to do well at set-pieces," Moyes says. "I believe all the managers do that as well."

Moyes also notes that long throws have become more feared in recent years, thanks in part to the success of teams like Arsenal, who have mastered the art of delivering accurate and precise throws.

"I think getting more entries into the penalty box you feel is probably going to lead to more goals," Moyes says. "But we always knew that."

Despite the emphasis on set-pieces, Moyes believes that football will always evolve and that teams will continue to find new ways to win games.

"Football will always keep evolving," Moyes says. "I don't think it's one way or the other. Teams will still continue to play out from the back and I think they do."

However, Moyes also notes that experienced leaders on the pitch are becoming increasingly important in modern football.

"There's a certain type of player who knows the levels and the standards which constitute being good," Moyes says. "The levels you need to be at, the standards the players need to train at, standards expected on game day as well, whether it be from playing or discipline."

Moyes cites players like Granit Xhaka and Jordan Pickford as examples of this type of player.

"They're not just about individual brilliance," Moyes says. "They're about leadership, discipline and taking responsibility."

In terms of the January transfer market, Moyes believes that teams will be looking to strengthen their squads with experienced leaders who can take responsibility on the pitch.

"I think anybody would be really naive if they didn't think that all those attributes are part of it," Moyes says.
 
omg i cant even right now πŸ˜‚ set pieces are literally becoming a thing in the premier league and moyes is like the ultimate expert πŸ€“ he talks about how teams are getting better at defending them but also scoring from them, its like he's predicting this trend for years πŸ‘€ and those long throws from arsenal are giving me LIFE πŸ’₯ i mean what can you say to that? Moyes just gets it right every time πŸ’―
 
The Premier League is getting more tactical and organized when it comes to set-pieces, long throws are becoming a thing now πŸ€”. It's not just about lobbing the ball as far as possible, it's about precision and timing. Teams are actually getting better at defending them too! πŸ‘ I love how experienced players like Granit Xhaka and Jordan Pickford are being recognized for their leadership skills - it's so true that they're not just about scoring goals or being flashy on the pitch πŸ™Œ. The January transfer market is going to be all about finding those leaders who can take responsibility and help their teams succeed πŸ”’
 
I'm still trying to figure out why we have so many homework assignments in maths, you know? I mean, set-pieces is cool and all, but can't we just have a simple quiz every now and then? 🀯 Anyway, back to football... I think Moyes makes a point that teams are getting better at defending set-pieces, which is good for the game. But what if our teachers could apply some of those same defensive strategies in class? Maybe we could avoid all those essay questions by anticipating the exam format... just kidding! 🀣
 
I'm thinking set-pieces aren't new thing but teams getting better at defending them πŸ€”. It's like when you're trying to learn a new skill and get more confident, you'll be way better at it in 6 months πŸ’ͺ. I mean, long throws are becoming more popular because they're working for some teams like Arsenal πŸš€. But Moyes is right, it's not just about throwing the ball long anymore, it's about precision and timing ⏰. And he's got a point that experienced leaders on the pitch are super important πŸ”’. You need people who can take responsibility and lead by example πŸ‘Š.
 
long throws have taken the premier league by storm 🀯, but is it just a numbers game or is there more to it? i mean teams r actually getting better at defending set pieces, but somehow still find ways 2 score πŸ€‘ moyes is right, it's not about just throwing the ball long, it's about precision and timing. and let's be real, who doesn't love watching a well executed long throw πŸ”₯? but seriously, the emphasis on set pieces is a good thing, it shows teams r taking their game more seriously 🀝 and i think we can expect to see even more creative solutions 2 exploit opponents' weaknesses in the future πŸ”„
 
πŸ€” I'm not surprised by the rise of long throws in the Premier League this season πŸš€. It's been clear for a while now that teams are getting better at defending set-pieces and adapting to counter-attacks. But what's interesting is how teams like Arsenal have made it a core part of their game πŸ”₯. It's all about timing and precision, as Moyes says πŸ‘. And I think he's right, experienced leaders on the pitch are becoming more important than ever 🀝. Players like Granit Xhaka and Jordan Pickford are examples of this - they're not just skilled players, but also leaders who take responsibility and set the tone for their teams πŸ”. Bring on January transfer window! πŸ’°
 
i just watched a funny video of a cat trying to open a jar and i was laughing so hard 🀣 my favorite team is doing pretty bad this season but their strikers are still scoring goals, i don't understand why they can't score in games when it's not set pieces tho πŸ˜‚ set pieces are kinda cool, but can you imagine if the ball just magically goes into the goal every time? that would be so easy πŸ€”
 
πŸ€” I remember when sets were just a fancy word, now its like you gotta have a set-piece mastermind on your squad πŸ”₯ And it's crazy how teams are getting better at defending them, but also knowin' how to capitalize on 'em πŸ€‘. Reminds me of the good old days when players like Shearer and Sheringham used to terrorize defenses with their set-piece expertise πŸ‘Š Those guys were real leaders on the pitch, you know? And now it's all about gettin' that one guy who can just take over games πŸ”₯

And Moyes is right, football will always evolve 🀯. I mean, we're already seein' teams tryin' out new formations and tactics left and right πŸ”„ It's like the game is constantly reinventin' itself. But at the end of the day, it's still about gettin' that one crucial goal πŸ”΄, whether it's from a set-piece or not.

And can I just say, those players he mentioned, Xhaka and Pickford? Total leaders on the pitch πŸ™Œ They're not just talented players, they're also got that intangible quality that makes 'em winners πŸ’ͺ. And teams need more of those guys in their squad if they wanna stay ahead of the game πŸ”
 
πŸ‘€ I'm surprised he's not saying set-pieces are a new trend, like every other expert says πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ. It's about evolving your strategy, not just throwing the ball long and hoping for the best. Teams need to be able to capitalize on these opportunities, but it's also important to defend them effectively.

Long throws have been around forever, but now teams are mastering the art of delivering accurate throws πŸ’₯. It's all about precision and timing. Moyes is right that football will always evolve, but I think he's being a bit conservative 😐. Experienced leaders on the pitch are crucial in modern football, players like Xhaka and Pickford show what it means to take responsibility on the pitch πŸ‘Š.
 
I love how set-pieces have become a big deal in the Premier League this season 🀩! It's so cool to see teams getting better at defending and scoring from them. I mean, who doesn't love a good long throw πŸ’₯? And Moyes is totally right that it's all about delivering precision and timing into the box πŸ•°οΈ. I think it's awesome that teams are recognizing the importance of set-pieces and working on their strategies. Can't wait to see what happens in the rest of the season πŸŽ‰!
 
omg did u know that set pieces r getting more important in footy lately?! i mean its not just about throwing the ball long anymore, its about delivering it into the box with precision and timing lol. moyes makes a point that teams r getting better at defending them but also r trying to capitalize on those opportunities. i think its cool how players like granit xhaka & jordan pickford r showing us what leaders look like on the pitch. theyre not just about scoring goals, theyre about leadership, discipline, and taking responsibility. anyway i think this trend of set pieces r gonna keep evolving & teams will continue to find new ways to win games 🀯πŸ’ͺ
 
I think set-pieces have always been underrated in football πŸ€”πŸ’‘. People say teams are just trying to avoid losing free kicks but I think it's more about capitalizing on them now. Arsenal's long throws last season were insane πŸ”₯ and it made a big difference for them. It's all about precision and timing, as Moyes said πŸ•°οΈ. Experienced leaders on the pitch are gonna be key in the January transfer market, too. Players like Xhaka and Pickford know what they're doing πŸ‘πŸ’ͺ.
 
I'm loving how set-pieces have become a major focus for teams in the Premier League this season. πŸ“ˆ The stats are insane! Average 3.85 long throws per game? That's crazy! 🀯 It's not just about trying to get more goals, it's also about being smart and precise with your throws. πŸ“Š

And I totally agree with Moyes that experienced leaders on the pitch are becoming super important. Players like Granit Xhaka and Jordan Pickford are the real MVPs πŸ™Œ. They're not just about individual brilliance, they're about leadership, discipline, and taking responsibility.

Did you know that in the 2020-21 season, only 22% of goals were scored from set-pieces? Now it's like 25%! πŸ“Š The trend is clear! πŸ”

I'm also loving how teams are starting to realize the importance of having players who can read the game and make smart decisions under pressure. πŸ’‘ It's not just about throwing the ball long, it's about executing set-pieces with precision and timing.

Here's a breakdown of Premier League goals scored from set-pieces over the past few seasons:

* 2019-20: 14%
* 2020-21: 22%
* 2022-23: 24%
* 2023-24 (so far): 25%

As you can see, it's a steady increase! πŸ“ˆ
 
The Premier League is like a parliamentary system - you gotta have some balance between long throws and short, sweet goals πŸ€”. If teams keep throwing it in with precision, defenders will just improve their act and score from set-pieces too πŸ“‰. But at the end of the day, it's all about getting those entries into the box, right? It's like a party - if everyone's invited, then more goals are gonna happen πŸŽ‰.

And what Moyes said about experienced leaders being key is spot on πŸ‘. You need guys who can take charge, lead by example, and keep everyone in line πŸ”΄πŸ‘Š. I mean, look at Xhaka and Pickford - they're not just individual stars, but team players too ⚽️.

Now, the January transfer market is like a new election campaign - teams are looking for fresh faces to join the party 🎭. But if you want to win, you need guys who can handle the pressure, lead by example, and keep the squad in line πŸ’ͺ.

And let's not forget, Moyes said all managers are doing their part when it comes to set-pieces 🀝. But at the end of the day, it's about executing and making the right calls on the pitch πŸ’₯.
 
I'm so over this set-piece trend πŸ™„. It's just a bunch of teams throwing long balls everywhere, hoping someone will head them in πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ. I mean, can't we go back to the days where teams actually played football? You know, with some actual skill and strategy? πŸ’”

But Moyes is right, I guess. Set-pieces are just another way for teams to try and get an edge. And with all these big teams mastering long throws, it's getting harder to defend them 🀯. Maybe we'll see more teams trying to find ways to counter this trend? That would be a nice change of pace 😊

And Moyes' point about experienced leaders being important is spot on πŸ‘. You need players who can take responsibility and lead by example, not just players who are all flash and no substance πŸ’ͺ. Teams that invest in these types of players might actually have a chance to win things πŸ†
 
long throws are actually a thing now lol πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ, everyone's been throwing it long like it's 2025 or something πŸ˜‚. moyes is right though, it's not just about chucking the ball from halfway down the pitch, you gotta deliver it with precision and timing. those teams that have mastered the art of long throws are scaring everyone 🀯.

anyway, moyes is also onto something when he says set-pieces aren't new, they've always been important in football. but i guess teams have gotten better at defending them, so now they're trying to score from them more often. it's all about taking care of business on set-pieces 🀝.

but what Moyes is missing here is that the whole goal-scoring thing has changed a lot in the last 10 years. remember when you just needed one or two shots on target and sometimes that was enough? now, teams are trying to get more entries into the penalty box, it's all about volume of chances πŸ“ˆ.

and can we talk for a sec about Moyes' idea that experienced leaders are becoming increasingly important? i mean, i kinda agree, but is it really because they're the only ones who can take responsibility on the pitch? or is it just that teams are finally realizing that leadership matters more than individual brilliance? πŸ€”
 
long throws r not new btw everyone's always been good at throwing it in πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ Moyes is right, teams aren't avoiding set-pieces but getting better at defending them and scoring from them... its all about precision & timing now 😎 those teams like arsenal are killing it with their long throws and it's making defenders nervous πŸ’₯
 
I'm loving the Premier League this season so far! The long throws are insane! 🀯 I mean, it's not just about throwing it long, but actually delivering precision and timing to get those set-piece goals. And teams are getting better at defending them too, which makes it even more exciting. πŸ˜ƒ My fave team Arsenal is killing it with their long throw tactics - they're like a well-oiled machine! πŸ† I think this trend will continue, and teams will keep looking for ways to capitalize on set-pieces. Maybe we'll see some new gadgets or platforms that can help players improve their set-piece skills? πŸ’» That would be so cool! πŸš€
 
Ugh man 🀯, I don't know about you guys but set-pieces just feel like a bunch of long throws and hoping for the best πŸ˜…. Don't get me wrong, precision and timing are key, but it's still just a bunch of dudes kicking a ball into a box.

I mean, Moyes is right that this isn't a new trend, we've been seeing more set-pieces in recent years. But what really got me was when he said experienced leaders on the pitch are becoming super important. Like, I get it, Granit Xhaka and Jordan Pickford are solid players, but shouldn't they be doing their jobs already? πŸ€”

And don't even get me started on the January transfer market πŸ’Έ. Teams need to stop relying on just signing one or two "leaders" and focus on building a well-rounded squad. It's not that hard, guys! πŸ™„
 
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