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Odegaard's Injury Leaves Arsenal Fans in Limbo: Will He Make the Derby?

Martin Odegaard's ankle injury raises concerns for Arsenal ahead of the North London derby! Will he play, or will the Gunners face Spurs without their captain?

Arsenal’s captain, Martin Odegaard, is becoming a focal point of anxiety for Gunners fans everywhere. After limping off during Norway's thrilling 2-1 victory against Austria in the UEFA Nations League, many are left wondering how this injury will impact Arsenal’s chances in the upcoming North London derby against Tottenham. With Odegaard being a key player for the Gunners, his absence could certainly be felt, especially against a fierce rival like Spurs.

The injury, described as an ankle sprain by Norway's manager Stale Solbakken, could not come at a worse time for the North London club, who are already juggling injuries and suspensions. The sight of Odegaard on crutches while boarding a private jet was enough to send Arsenal supporters into a frenzy of unease. As Arsenal prepares for their crucial clash this Sunday, fans and analysts alike are eager to assess the team’s adaptability in Odegaard's potential absence.

Arsenal has navigated previous injuries to Odegaard before, missing him for 11 games since his permanent transfer. This track record raises questions on how the likes of Havertz, Trossard, or even the budding star Nwaneri will fill the creative void that Odegaard leaves if he is sidelined. Can they maintain that spark which has become pivotal to Arsenal’s game plan? With such high stakes in a derby, pressure mounts on those who step into Odegaard's shoes.

As preparations are underway, fans are on the lookout for updates regarding Odegaard's scan results, but with the player being the essence of Arsenal's midfield, it's a nail-biting wait. Will he rack up points for the Gunners or will his injury put a spanner in the works against Spurs?

And speaking of tackling challenges, did you know that Arsenal recorded a thrilling 4-2 win over Tottenham in the corresponding fixture last season? That spicy encounter saw Odegaard shine brightly. Also, interestingly, Martin Odegaard has been a key player for Norway, contributing to their impressive run by scoring several match-winning goals. Fingers crossed he’ll be on the pitch to remind everyone of why he’s a star, but if not, let’s hope for the best from his teammates!

Stay tuned, Gunners, it’s going to be a tense week!