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Arteta Confirms Odegaard Out for Several Weeks

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1 year ago

September 24, 2024

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that captain Martin Odegaard is expected to be sidelined for several weeks due to an ankle injury sustained during international duty earlier this month.

Speaking last week, Arteta described the injury as “significant,” and on Tuesday, he provided a timeframe for Odegaard’s absence. He also mentioned that Oleksandr Zinchenko is dealing with a calf injury that will keep him out for an extended period as well. Regarding Odegaard’s potential return before next month’s international break, Arteta stated, “It’s unlikely, but we might get a surprise.”

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‘He Brings a Different Quality’ — Frank Lampard Praises Onyeka

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21 hours ago

February 7, 2026

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Coventry City manager, Frank Lampard, speaks on team player and states how the player’s stance will help the team get into the Premier League.

The player is revealed to be Onyeka who he spoke about in the recent interview.

“He brings a different quality and probably a different profile to the midfield players we have.

“As I say, the profile is slightly different and I think that helps us in terms of the options and the competition in the middle of the park for us.”

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Arteta Confirms Saka’s Recovery, Gives Update on Martin and Jurrien

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2 days ago

February 6, 2026

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Arsenal coach, Mikel Arteta, after their last match, shares an update on the injured team members after their last match.

He shared an update on Saka and stated that he is doing better after going through a hip injury. “His hip is improving a lot. Hopefully, he’ll be ready soon.”

He added about the other team members: “Martin is getting better and will be back in a few days, and Jurrien is fit for the weekend.”

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“We’re Still Waiting” — Alex Iwobi Opens Up on Nigeria’s World Cup Chances

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2 days ago

February 6, 2026

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Super Eagles footballer, Alex Iwobi, speaks on the World Cup and reveals their hope to play in the 2026 World Cup.

He shared that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is hopeful about hearing from them after they submitted a petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo.

“I mean we’re still waiting, well hopefully we can go to the World Cup, but I feel it’s a tough one.

“It’s a tough one because winning AFCON is like… It’s a great legacy, it’s a great thing to have in your career, a memorable moment. But then at the same time, because I’ve been to the World Cup already, a lot of the players haven’t been.”