Martin Ødegaard

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal are one of the most complete sides in world football. They control every phase of the game, from build-up to rest defence, and have reached a level of collective understanding that few teams can match. Their possession play suffocates opponents, their defensive structure is near impenetrable, and...

Arsenal are always an intriguing team. Can they reach the next level? Can they make up the fine margins needed to win a major honour they probably already should’ve won? These are questions typically asked when the Gunners are mentioned, but I personally believe they are one of the world’s...

The summer of 2025 brought one of the more fascinating storylines in the Premier League transfer window, with Eberechi Eze opting to join Arsenal over Tottenham Hotspur, their North London rivals. While much of the discussion centred on the financials and rivalry narratives, this move's footballing significance lies far deeper....

In elite football, the difference between an average touch and a game-changing action often lies in what happens before the ball arrives.  Modern midfielders are not just distributors. They are interpreters of time and space, constantly scanning their environment and adjusting their body shape to play at the highest possible...

After months of speculation, Arsenal looks on track to finally confirm the signing of Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi. The Gunners have now been Premier League runners-up three years in a row. The Spanish International could be key in driving Mikel Arteta’s side towards potential glory. He will share the...

After the game, though the scoreline was negative, Mikel Arteta said his Arsenal team were better in the second leg against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Arsenal were knocked out of the Champions League semi-final by PSG with a 1-3 aggregate score, after PSG won the second leg 2-1 at Parc des Princes. However, Arsenal really did look...

Paris Saint-Germain brought home a victory from their UEFA Champions League trip to North London. They beat Arsenal 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final. As Mikel Arteta pointed out in his press conference, it was a victory down to the small margin and the efficiency of...

Real Madrid faced a considerable challenge in overturning the three-goal deficit against one of Europe’s most disciplined defensive sides. To stage a remontada against Arsenal, Madrid needed creativity and courage to disrupt Arsenal’s defensive structure. Yet, this was far from reality. Arsenal, content to concede possession, managed the game with...

There is an ever-growing number of Scandinavian superstars across Europe’s top leagues.  Potent forwards Erling Haaland, Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are some of Europe’s most coveted talents.  Creative midfielders Martin Ødegaard and Matt O’Riley are another two of the region's most talented products.  The production line appears to be continuing. ...

Gameweek 20 marks the beginning of a new year and the official opening of the January transfer window. For Fantasy Premier League managers, it’s a pivotal time to start planning for double gameweeks, strategising the use of their second wildcard, and deciding how to manage transfers ahead of the release...

Edu Gaspar, Arsenal's former sporting director, oversaw a significant transformation in the club's transfer department.  He made some big moves, bringing in new players and letting others go.  From the 2019/20 season to 2024/25, the club focused on developing young talent, acquiring proven experience, and enhancing squad depth.  They also...

The Fantasy Premier League has been a cornerstone of football fandom for over two decades. Since its launch 22 years ago, it has captivated millions by offering fans a chance to showcase their football expertise, competing within their social circles and on a global stage. Year after year, the game's...

With FPL Gameweek 13 now behind us, Premier League action returns swiftly, with the next round kicking off on Tuesday. This quick turnaround leaves FPL managers little time to prepare their squads for the upcoming fixtures. Crucial decisions await as Fantasy Premier League managers weigh their options and consider various...

Edu Gaspar, Arsenal's former sporting director, led the club through a big change in the transfer department.  He made some big moves, bringing in new players and letting others go.  From the 2019/20 season to 2024/25, the club focused on young talent, proven experience, and squad depth.  They also aimed...

The competition in the Premier League is intensifying. After seven rounds, Arsenal are in third place with 17 points, tied with the defending champions Manchester City and trailing the current league leaders, Liverpool, by a single point. The indicators are pretty promising for the Gunners, as they possess the third-strongest attack...

On this upcoming Friday evening, global attention will turn to the return of the world’s most popular football league, as the English Premier League 2024/2025 season restarts with a match between Manchester United and Fulham. The English Premier League has now become a significant event attracting a diverse range of...

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal have reached a new level of play this season, having been developing for three years since Arteta took over as manager. The overhaul has been profound, and while this progress hasn’t yet been quantified by UEFA Champions League football or a top-end Premier League finish, this season...

After a turbulent 2021/22 season, Arsenal are back in the European competitions, although they didn’t achieve their main goal to return to the Champions League. With their growing ambitions and their contribution to the Europa League next term, bringing in new players is a necessity if they want to stay...

This must be one of the most unpredictable La Liga seasons in many years. Real Madrid and Barcelona no longer dominate the Spanish top tier, but teams such as Sevilla and Atlético Madrid have been impressive. However, after the first 10 games, Real Sociedad was the league leader, a team that had...

Entering mid-March, Real Sociedad were the hottest team in La Liga. Three months off the pitch haven’t benefitted La Real as they’ve secured just one point against Osasuna and Deportivo Alavés. Imanol Alguacil’s side has dropped out of the UEFA Champions League spot, and they are in a battle to...