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·13. Oktober 2025
Bad news for manager Mikel Arteta: Martin Ødegaard will be out for another period due to injury!

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·13. Oktober 2025
Bad period for the player and the team.
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A shadow has fallen over the Emirates Stadium. In the wake of a hard-fought London derby victory, Arsenal's triumph has been tempered by a significant blow: their captain and creative heartbeat, Martin Ødegaard, has been sidelined.
The 26-year-old maestro, whose vision and technical grace have become synonymous with Mikel Arteta's project, sustained a medial collateral ligament injury during the match against West Ham on October 4th. The diagnosis spells a month-long absence, forcing the Norwegian to watch from the sidelines at a crucial point in the season.
His presence will be profoundly missed in the heart of Arsenal's midfield. The upcoming schedule demands his ingenuity, with Premier League fixtures against Fulham, Crystal Palace, Burnley, and Sunderland. More acutely, his absence will be felt under the bright lights of the Champions League, where pivotal clashes against Atlético Madrid and Slavia Prague now pose a sterner challenge without their on-field conductor.
This season, Ødegaard had once again taken up the mantle of leadership, featuring in six matches and crafting one assist. His current contract, binding him to North London until 2028, is a testament to his central role in the club's long-term vision—a vision now momentarily disrupted. With a market value reflecting his immense worth at €85 million, his injury is more than a medical update; it is a tactical puzzle for Arteta and a test of the squad's depth, as they must now navigate a demanding autumn without their captain.