Arsenal issue Martin Odegaard injury update as captain set to miss Norway games

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has withdrawn from Norway duty after picking up another injury.

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Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has withdrawn from Norway duty after picking up another injury.

A club statement read: “Martin Odegaard has been withdrawn from the Norway national team for their upcoming matches against Israel and New Zealand after sustaining a medial collateral ligament injury to his left knee during the first half in Saturday’s win over West Ham United.

“Martin will continue to be assessed and treated by our medical team at Sobha Realty Training Centre during the international window, with the aim of a return to action as soon as possible.”

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