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Verri, M. (2026, October 1). Martin Odegaard: Arsenal handed major injury boost as Norway star named in squad. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-fc-martin-odegaard-norway-squad-b1299138.html
Verri, Matt. “Martin Odegaard: Arsenal handed major injury boost as Norway star named in squad.” Evening Standard, 1 Oct. 2026, https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-fc-martin-odegaard-norway-squad-b1299138.html.
Verri, Matt. “Martin Odegaard: Arsenal handed major injury boost as Norway star named in squad.” Evening Standard, October 1, 2026. https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-fc-martin-odegaard-norway-squad-b1299138.html.
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Martin Odegaard, a key player for Arsenal, suffered an ankle injury during Norway's match against Portugal on Sunday night. He was seen limping out of the stadium and expressed uncertainty about his fitness ahead of Norway's next game against Wales on Thursday. Initial concerns after the incident have eased, with scans confirming no serious damage to Odegaard’s ankle. Despite some pain, he has been named in Norway’s squad for both upcoming matches against Wales and Portugal.
Norway's medical staff are collaborating closely with Arsenal to monitor Odegaard's condition. The 27-year-old midfielder, who is expected to be fit enough to start the match against Wales, is crucial to Arsenal as he has been in top form this season, scoring four goals in eight appearances and starting all but one game for both club and country.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are also managing other injury concerns involving players like Jurrien Timber, who returned from international duty without apparent issues. The team's medical staff remain vigilant during the extended three-week break to ensure optimal player readiness ahead of the upcoming Premier League matches.
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