Arsenal’s captain, Martin Odegaard, is set to miss at least three weeks of action following an ankle injury sustained during Norway’s UEFA Nations League match against Austria. The injury occurred 67 minutes into the game, causing concern among both Norway and Arsenal fans.
Norway’s team doctor, Ole Sand, provided an update on Odegaard’s condition, confirming that the midfielder has sprained his ankle. “Such ankle injuries often take at least three weeks. Anything other than that is just a bonus. And then it can take longer,” Sand stated. This means Odegaard will likely be out until early October, missing several crucial fixtures for Arsenal.
The injury comes at a challenging time for Arsenal, who are already dealing with other key absences. Odegaard’s leadership and creativity on the field will be sorely missed as the Gunners face tough opponents like Tottenham Hotspur, Atalanta, and Manchester City in the coming weeks.
Odegaard’s absence is a big blow to Arsenal’s midfield, especially as the club is already missing Mikel Merino with a shoulder injury and Declan Rice due to suspension. Manager Mikel Arteta will need to find creative solutions to navigate this period without his captain.
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