Arsenal fans will have to wait a bit longer to see their captain, Martin Odegaard, back in action. Odegaard, who suffered an ankle injury while playing for Norway during the international break, is expected to be out for several weeks. Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed the news on Tuesday, stating that Odegaard’s return is unlikely before the next international break, which runs from October 7-16.
The news comes as a blow to Arsenal, who are already dealing with several other injury concerns. Arteta hinted that several players will be unavailable for Wednesday’s League Cup third-round tie against Bolton Wanderers. While he didn’t specify names, he did suggest that the game will be a chance for some of the club’s fringe players to get some much-needed playing time.
One player who is likely to get a start is new signing Raheem Sterling. The former Manchester City winger, who joined Arsenal from Chelsea last month, has already made a few appearances for the club and is eager to increase his minutes.
This League Cup match against Bolton provides an opportunity for Arsenal to gain momentum after a thrilling 2-2 draw with Manchester City on Sunday. Despite playing with ten men for the entire second half, Arsenal conceded a last-minute equalizer, leaving fans feeling a mix of frustration and admiration for their team’s resilience.
While the focus for Arsenal fans may be on Odegaard’s injury and the upcoming League Cup match, the club has a packed schedule ahead. The international break will be followed by a Premier League clash against Leicester City, a Champions League match against Paris St Germain, and another Premier League fixture against Southampton. It’s going to be a busy and challenging period for Arteta and his squad.
