LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 28: Kai Havertz heads past Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario to score the 3rd Arsenal goal during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal FC at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on April 28, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Arsenal fans face a nervous wait after captain Martin Ødegaard sustained an ankle injury during Norway’s 2-1 win over Austria in the UEFA Nations League. The news comes as a major blow ahead of the crucial North London Derby against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, September 15th.
Following the match, Norway manager Stale Solbakken expressed concern, describing the injury as “looking bad”. National team doctor Ola Sand confirmed that Ødegaard will undergo tests today to determine the extent of the damage.
The 25-year-old midfielder is returning to north London, where he will undergo an MRI scan. The results of the scan will be crucial in determining the severity of the injury and the potential length of Ødegaard’s absence.
This setback is a significant blow to Arsenal’s hopes for a strong start to the season. Ødegaard’s creativity and leadership have been key to the team’s success, and his potential absence will be keenly felt, particularly in the high-pressure derby encounter.
As fans await the results of the tests, there is a sense of apprehension surrounding the potential impact of this injury on Arsenal’s upcoming fixtures. The club will be hoping for a swift recovery for their captain, but the timeline for his return remains uncertain.
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