1 week ago Martin Ødegaard relocates his missing rhythm to dictate Arsenal’s tempo again

Rejuvenated by his goal on Saturday and free from injuries that have disrupted his season, Arsenal’s captain led their destruction of VillaWhen Arsenal really needed Martin Ødegaard, the captain finally rediscovered his magic touch. Gabriel Magalhães had just opened the scoring against Aston Villa after a first half in which Mikel Arteta’s nervous side were struggling without the influential Declan Rice. Then it happened.Jadon Sancho was waiting to receive a pass from Youri Tielemens inside Villa’s half but, before the forward knew it, Ødegaard had pinched the ball and was haring towards Emiliano Martínez’s goal. A jink back on to his left foot fooled Tielemens and allowed Ødegaard to play through the perfect through ball for Martín Zubimendi to score the crucial second. It was the fifth goal or assist that Zubimendi has contributed to since he joined in the summer – the joint-best return of his club career – and the Spaniard’s impact was rightly hailed by a delighted Arteta. “Credi...

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1 week ago Martin Ødegaard rediscovers his missing rhythm to dictate Arsenal’s tempo again

Rejuvenated by his goal on Saturday and free from injuries that have disrupted his season, Arsenal’s captain led their destruction of VillaWhen Arsenal really needed Martin Ødegaard, the captain finally rediscovered his magic touch. Gabriel Magalhães had just opened the scoring against Aston Villa after a first half in which Mikel Arteta’s nervous side were struggling without the influential Declan Rice. Then it happened.Jadon Sancho was waiting to receive a pass from Youri Tielemans inside Villa’s half but, before the forward knew it, Ødegaard had pinched the ball and was haring towards Emiliano Martínez’s goal. A jink back on to his left foot fooled Tielemans and allowed Ødegaard to play the perfect through ball for Martín Zubimendi to score the crucial second. It was the fifth goal or assist that Zubimendi has contributed since he joined in the summer – the joint-best return of his club career – and the Spaniard’s impact was rightly hailed by a delighted Arteta. “Credit to his te...

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1 week ago Mikel Arteta responds to Unai Emery's handshake snub after storming down tunnel

Mikel Arteta and Unai Emery didn't shake hands after Arsenal beat Aston Villa but neither manager had an issue with their failure to embrace after the final whistle

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1 week ago Arsenal: Why Martin Odegaard masterclass vs Aston Villa was perfectly timed in title race

Gunners skipper is back with a bang as Aston Villa were thumped

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1 week ago 'I can't wait forever. It was cold': Unai Emery's bizarre reason why he snubbed Mikel Arteta handshake after bruising defeat by Arsenal

The Gunners struck four times in the second half to claim a statement win at the Emirates, delivering a hammer blow to a Villa side who were subject to growing talk of a Premier League title challenge.

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1 week ago Arsenal news: Manuel Neuer's transfer decision as Martin Odegaard reacts to new role

Former Arsenal target Manuel Neuer has revealed all regarding the Gunners' approach for him, while Martin Odegaard has reacted to Saturday's win over Brighton

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1 week ago Declan Rice has put Arsenal right back in charge of title race – Martin Odegaard

Jurrien Timber withdrew on the eve of the Gunners’ 2-1 victory over Brighton so Rice filled in at full-back.

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2 w. ago Declan Rice feelings on Martin Odegaard clear after Arsenal moment spotted vs Brighton

Martin Odegaard was on target as Arsenal beat Brighton in the Premier League, and Declan Rice's celebrations speak volumes about how the captain is seen at the club.

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2 w. ago Mikel Arteta admits Arsenal ‘had to suffer’ in nervy win over Brighton

Defensive injuries are piling up for the Gunners.

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2 w. ago Arsenal’s defensive injury crisis worsens but nervy Brighton win sends them top

Arsenal 2-1 Brighton: Martin Odegaard’s and Georginio Rutter’s own goal were key for the Gunners but two more defenders were added to the injury list

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2 w. ago Three things we learned from Arsenal win as Martin Odegaard back to his best but worrying pattern raises concern

Gunners’ injury woes threaten to overshadaow what could be an important win in this season’s title race

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2 w. ago Martin Odegaard's message to Arsenal fans as Viktor Gyokeres truth refuses to go away

Arsenal held off a late Brighton fightback and once more lent heavily on their excellent defence as they moved back to the top of the Premier League table with a 2-1 victory

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2 w. ago Arsenal player ratings vs Brighton as Martin Odegaard shines but Viktor Gyokeres struggles

Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League after a 2-1 victory over Brighton with Martin Odegaard opening the scoring before another own goal went their way

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2 w. ago Arsenal player ratings vs Brighton as Martin Odegaard stars but two 5/10s struggle

Arsenal player ratings vs Brighton as Martin Odegaard stars but two 5/10s struggle  Football London

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2 w. ago Arsenal have a big creativity problem with Eberechi Eze and Martin Odegaard

Gunners’ creativity hub is not producing the goods

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2 w. ago Arsenal news: Declan Rice tipped for new role as Arteta singles out Odegaard's behaviour

Arsenal stars Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice's leadership skills have been the subject of discussion in recent days

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2 w. ago Mikel Arteta has ‘belief and confidence’ in Arsenal’s Premier League title bid

The Gunners lead the Premier League on December 25 for the fifth time, but they have yet to convert that into a title win.

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2 w. ago Arsenal: Mikel Arteta hails Martin Odegaard leadership after Viktor Gyokeres penalty decision

Norwegian took charge after first-half spot-kick was awarded

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3 w. ago Arsenal: Martin Odegaard snubs Mikel Arteta for top vote at FIFA Best awards as Arne Slot gets a nod

The Gunners captain gave his top pick elsewhere

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4 w. ago Arsenal news: Brutal Martin Odegaard verdict given as star's transfer stance confirmed

Arsenal news as Mikel Arteta confirms his stance on selling a striker and Martin Odegaard is given a reality check

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