Martin Odegaard Injury Update
Martin Odegaard’s injury looked worrying at first glance, but the news from Arsenal’s medical team is encouraging: he’s not expected to be out long-term. He was forced off in the first half against Leeds with a shoulder problem—one of those moments where the stadium gets a bit quieter and people start checking their phones.
sio Scout | Football Injury Analysis (@physioscout) reported on Twitter that Arsenal star Martin Ødegaard was forced to leave the pitch early in the first half against Leeds after picking up a right shoulder injury.
Afterward, Mikel Arteta admitted the injury seemed “significant,” which is never fun to hear, but it turns out that initial fears were too heavy. Scans showed the problem isn’t serious; Odegaard could well be back in action pretty soon.
Anfield Lounge (@AnfieldLounge) shared on Twitter that Mikel Arteta gave an update on injuries to Martin Ødegaard and Bukayo Saka, revealing that Ødegaard is dealing with a shoulder issue that will need a scan, while Saka felt discomfort in his hamstring after a sprint and had to come off.
For Arsenal supporters, that’s a proper relief, especially with matches piling up and a big test at Liverpool coming in days. Odegaard’s role in the heart of midfield isn’t something the team can replace overnight. It’s been a tricky spell for Arsenal, with a few important players missing, like Havertz and Gabriel Jesus, and everyone’s been nervously counting bodies.
Odegaard, since joining, has been one of those rare glue-guys—he keeps attacks smooth, helps calm the younger players, and puts in a shift every time he’s on the field. Seeing him get hurt, even if it’s just for a game or two, immediately makes everyone think of how much he’s missed when absent. But the club seems genuinely upbeat: no major damage, nothing lingering.
He’ll likely be monitored in training, and maybe the physios get an extra coffee this week, but fans can feel optimistic about his prospects for the next few fixtures. It’s not the kind of news that sparks wild celebration, but these little injury updates have a habit of shaping the whole mood in North London. If Odegaard’s available, Arsenal’s chances always look brighter.
