Odegaard on "cool" UCL and giving Nwaneri advice | Interview | News

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard, in his pre-match notes ahead of the game against Kairat Almaty, reflects on the team's strong position in the Champions League. He highlights that the team is in a great spot following an impressive win in Milan and has already secured a top seed for the next round with a game to spare. Odegaard expresses the squad's desire to complete the group stage with a perfect record of eight wins, viewing it as an amazing achievement to build momentum.

He discusses the importance of finishing in the top eight of the league phase, especially with new rules ensuring a home second leg for top finishers, which he believes is advantageous. Odegaard also enjoys the variety in the Champions League, noting the different philosophies and tactics of teams from across Europe, such as facing a club from Kazakhstan for the first time, which presents a fresh challenge compared to the familiar opponents in the Premier League.

Finally, Odegaard wishes young teammate Ethan Nwaneri luck on his loan move to Marseille, recalling his own loan experiences as a young player. He spoke with Nwaneri about the opportunity, understanding his desire for more playing time, and believes the move will help him grow as a player and person by taking on responsibility and adapting to a new country and language. Odegaard is confident Nwaneri will benefit from the experience and return to Arsenal stronger.

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