Martin Odegaard

Martin Ødegaard has been ruled out of the Champions League opener against Athletic Club after suffering a recurrence of his shoulder injury.

Arsenal have received a double injury boost ahead of the start of their Champions League campaign, with Christian Norgaard and William Saliba in training.

Martin Ødegaard was forced off against Forest with a shoulder problem that mirrors the Leeds injury, sparking concern over a possible recurring setback.

Ødegaard’s injury highlights familiar concerns, but Arsenal’s summer signings have provided depth and options that ease the strain compared to last season.

With the international break now at an end, let’s take a look back at how Arsenal’s internationals performed for their countries.

Martin Odegaard scored and provided two assists as Norway continued their World Cup qualification rampage towards the final tournament with an 11-1 win.

Martin Odegaard has insisted there was no pressure from Arsenal to miss the international break, despite his recent shoulder injury.

Now past the midway point of the September break, let’s have a look at how Arsenal’s internationals are getting on with their countries.

Martin Odegaard played 45 minutes for Norway on Thursday, but there’s no concern about his injury situation despite his half-time substitution.

Arsenal have had 16 players called up for senior international duty over the September break, let’s take a look at when they’ll all be in action.

Martin Odegaard, Leandro Trossard, and new signing Eberechi Eze were all among the Arsenal players travelling to Liverpool ahead of Sunday’s game.

Bukayo Saka will miss a few weeks of action with a hamstring injury and Martin Odegaard is only a doubt to face Liverpool at Anfield, according to a report.

Martin Ødegaard will undergo a scan after a shoulder injury against Leeds, leaving his place in Arsenal’s line-up to face Liverpool in doubt.

Martin Odegaard’s afternoon against Leeds ended early after the captain landed awkwardly on his shoulder, raising immediate concern over his availability for Arsenal’s trip to Anfield next weekend.

Arsenal beat Leeds 5-0 at the Emirates but injuries to Martin Ødegaard and Bukayo Saka turned celebration into concern ahead of Liverpool clash.

Martin Ødegaard will play his 200th game this weekend, a landmark that highlights his importance since joining in 2021 and his influence as captain.

Arsenal open their Premier League season away at Manchester United, with Arteta’s strengthened side looking to make a statement at Old Trafford.

Mikel Arteta insists Martin Ødegaard remains the right captain, revealing players backed him by a huge margin despite Tony Adams urging a switch to Rice.

Gilberto Silva has hailed the club’s summer signings, saying the new recruits will add strength and depth to challenge on all fronts next season.

Martin Ødegaard takes legal action against Se og Hør for publishing photos and details of his UK home, citing breach of privacy under human rights law.