What Happened to Martin Odegaard? Arsenal Injury Explained

With the international break nearing its conclusion, clubs will be hoping to welcome their players without any injuries. Unfortunately, a hoard of footballers has already sustained fitness issues during the ongoing UEFA Nations League. One such star is Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard, who was recently substituted in Norway’s bout against Austria with an injury. But what actually happened to the talented midfielder?

Here are all the available details regarding the Premier League veteran’s ailment, including his estimated date of return.

Did Martin Odegaard get injured while playing soccer?

Martin Odegaard suffered from an ankle injury after ending up on the receiving end of a hefty tackle by Austria’s Christoph Baumgartner.

Following the challenge, Odegaard landed awkwardly on his left leg and inadvertently twisted his left ankle. The 25-year-old athlete was visibly in pain as he immediately knelt on the floor after the incident. As such, he was forced off the pitch in the 67th minute with an injury.

The Norway captain now joins new signings Riccardo Calafiori and Mikel Merino on the Arsenal treatment table. Moreover, the Gunners are also set to miss a suspended Declan Rice in the upcoming Premier League clash against Tottenham.

When will Martin Odegaard return to play with Arsenal?

At the time of writing, the extent of Martin Odegaard’s injury is unknown. Therefore, it is extremely difficult to judge when the midfielder can return to full fitness.

Ola Sand, a member of Norway’s medical staff, echoed these sentiments while updating Odegaard’s condition. “He got a small ankle sprain,” said Sand, as per Football London. We will see. Maybe we will use ultrasound to look at it. If we are unsure, there will be an MRI tomorrow.”

Following the whole ordeal, the former Real Madrid player was spotted in crutches while boarding a plane. Martin Odegaard is now on his way to England and will partake in further assessments at Arsenal’s medical facilities to determine the intensity of his injury. Therefore, Gooners will have to wait a bit longer for more updates regarding their captain’s return.