Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard shares his season reflections, expressing a mix of frustration and pride while hinting at summer plans and ambitions.

• Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard expresses his frustration and disappointment over Arsenal’s second-place finish, emphasising the team’s ambition to win.
• Despite the disappointment, Odegaard acknowledges the strides Arsenal has made this season, attributing this to their ability to bounce back stronger after setbacks.
• Odegaard shares his personal growth journey as the captain of Arsenal, his summer plans with the Norway national team, and his aspiration for continuous improvement.

As the season draws to a close, Arsenal’s captain Martin Odegaard takes a reflective look over the past months. With a concoction of emotions running through his veins, he shares his sentiments and plans ahead of Arsenal’s final-day clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

For Odegaard, the sting of finishing second still lingers. Despite the clear progress made, there is a sense of dissatisfaction looming among the squad.

“We wanted to win it when we got into that position,” says Odegaard. Yet, he recognises the significance of this disappointment as a testament to Arsenal’s ambitions and the strides taken in the right direction.

Reflecting on the season past, Odegaard draws parallels to the previous year when Arsenal were knocked out of the Champions League. He emphasises the importance of learning from disappointments and converting them into motivation to return stronger, which is precisely what they did this season.

The Norwegian ace also delves into his personal journey as a first-time captain, acknowledging the growth and responsibilities he has embraced. “I’ve learned to take more responsibility and with the goals I’ve scored too, it’s been good for me,” Odegaard remarks, asserting his ambition to continually improve.

The captain’s summer plans involve a restful period, followed by some crucial qualifiers with the Norway national team. Post the qualifiers, he plans to enjoy a relaxing Norwegian summer with his loved ones.

Above all, Odegaard expresses his gratitude towards the Arsenal fans for their unwavering support throughout the season, recognising their significant role during the tough times.

“You have always been there for us, getting right behind us… your support really did make a difference,” says Odegaard.

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While the season may not have culminated in the way everyone at the club desired, Odegaard is determined to conclude it on a positive note. His parting words leave a promising sentiment for the Arsenal faithful, offering a glimmer of hope for the journey ahead.