September 18th 2024.
During a recent match for the Norwegian national team, Martin Odegaard was unfortunately forced to leave the game early due to an injury. Following this, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that the team will be without Odegaard for some time, as scans have revealed significant damage to his ankle ligaments.
The Gunners' captain sustained the injury during the September international break and returned to London on crutches with a protective boot. As a result, he was unable to participate in Sunday's game against Tottenham, much to the disappointment of fans and teammates alike. While the club had initially remained quiet about the extent of the injury, Arteta has now provided an update, painting a bleak picture for Odegaard and his recovery.
Speaking at a press conference ahead of the team's upcoming Champions League match against Atalanta, Arteta shared, "After recent scans, it was revealed that Martin has suffered damage to one of the ligaments in his ankle. It's quite a significant injury, so unfortunately, we will be without him for some time." The manager was hesitant to give a specific timeline for Odegaard's return, stating, "Hopefully, it won't be months, but we'll have to wait and see."
Arteta went on to acknowledge the importance of Odegaard to the team, describing him as "one of the biggest and best players in our team." He also highlighted the player's role in shaping the team's identity and expressed his confidence in the team's ability to adapt without their captain. "It's a big test for us to see how we can perform without him and show a different side to our game," he added.
The news of Odegaard's injury is a blow to Arsenal, who will now have to navigate their upcoming matches without their influential captain. Fans will be eagerly awaiting updates on his recovery and hoping for a speedy return to the pitch. In the meantime, the team will have to rally and adapt to the absence of their key player, a challenge that Arteta believes they are capable of overcoming.
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