Martin Odegaard was named Arsenal's new men's first-team captain prior to the Gunners' 6-0 Emirates Cup win over Sevilla.
Arsenal have finally confirmed a new club captain after Alexandre Lacazette assumed the role following Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's removal from the position in December last year before sealing a move to Barcelona. With Lacazette having now returned to Lyon, Odegaard will wear the armband for the 2022/23 season following Mikel Arteta's decision.
The 23-year-old already captains his country at international level and the Norwegian's experience will aid him as Arsenal's new leading man with the club targeting a return to the Champions League. Odegaard's reign as captain got off to the perfect start with a fine performance against Sevilla as Gabriel Jesus stole the show with a hat-trick at the Emirates Stadium.
