Arsenal’s Captain Named in National Team Roster
Martin Ødegaard, Arsenal’s captain, has been named in Norway’s national team roster for their forthcoming matches, alleviating worries regarding an injury he sustained during a recent match. The midfielder left the pitch after experiencing discomfort in his right shoulder during Arsenal’s dominant 5-0 victory over Leeds United last Saturday.
Upcoming Matches for Norway
As the Gunners gear up for a crucial encounter against Liverpool this Sunday—a clash that sees two top title contenders face off—Ødegaard’s inclusion in the national squad is a reassuring development. Norway is set to play a friendly against Finland on September 4th, followed by a World Cup qualifying battle against Moldova on September 9th. Currently, Norway tops their qualifying group with a flawless record of 12 points from four matches, striving to qualify for their first World Cup since 1998. Alongside Ødegaard, the squad features the prolific striker Erling Haaland.
Positive News for Arsenal
In additional positive news for Arsenal, it appears that the hamstring issue that forced Bukayo Saka to leave the game against Leeds may not be as severe as originally thought. Saka’s previous struggle with a right hamstring injury, which kept him sidelined for over three months last season, raised concerns that his current left hamstring problem could lead to a similar absence. However, initial assessments suggest that the situation is not as dire and that the 23-year-old’s recovery timeline may be significantly shorter this time around.
While a definitive return date is still unknown, the outlook appears favorable for both players as Arsenal prepares for a critical phase in the Premier League season.
