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What is a 'set-piece'?
In football, a set-piece is when play restarts from a dead ball, like a corner kick, free-kick, or throw-in. These moments are often planned routines designed to create goal-scoring opportunities. Casemiro's knack for heading in goals from these situations made him a key attacking threat for Manchester United last season.
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