A Major Absence for Arsenal Against PSG?

Arsenal might have to do without their key player Martin Ødegaard for their Champions League match against PSG on October 1st.

Ødegaard was visibly distressed as he left the field in tears during the Norway vs. Austria match, having been substituted in the second half following a collision with Christoph Baumgartner. The extent of his injury remains unclear, but his emotional reaction suggests a potentially significant setback.

The seriousness of Ødegaard’s injury is still to be confirmed, but it raises doubts about his availability for Arsenal’s upcoming Premier League fixture against Tottenham. Last season, Ødegaard missed only three league games due to a hip injury, during which he scored eight goals and provided ten assists.

Arsenal faces crucial fixtures, including the derby against Tottenham, a Champions League clash with Atalanta, and a trip to Manchester City. Ødegaard is awaiting further updates on his recovery. Norway coach Stale Solbakken commented after the match, “His injury looked painful in the locker room. I don’t think Arteta will be calling me to thank me for this injury.”