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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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David Hytner

Ødegaard admits he has ‘not been good enough’ for Arsenal this season

Martin Ødegaard gesticulates
Martin Ødegaard scored twice and provided an assist in Arsenal’s 7-1 thrashing of PSV Eindhoven. Photograph: EYE4images/NurPhoto/Shutterstock

Martin Ødegaard has admitted he has “not been good enough” this season, particularly in regards to his goals and assists output. The Arsenal captain has pulled no punches in his assessment of a campaign that was undermined by a two-month ankle injury layoff from early September.

Ødegaard was back to his driving and creative best in Arsenal’s 7-1 win at PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League last-16 first leg on Tuesday, scoring two and providing one assist. As he prepares for Sunday’s Premier League visit to Manchester United, he hopes it can mark a turning point.

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