Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard could not hide his delight after the Gunners produced a scintillating performance in a high-stakes clash, securing a statement victory. Speaking after the match, Ødegaard described the occasion as a near-perfect night for the team and the fans.
“It was a top game and a top performance,” Ødegaard said. “With the fans and the atmosphere and the scoresheet like that, it can’t be better.”
The Norwegian playmaker set the tone early with a crucial goal, igniting Arsenal’s relentless charge. However, he was quick to highlight the contribution of his teammate Kai Havertz, who delivered a stellar performance, registering both a goal and an assist.
“Massive impact again today,” Ødegaard praised. “You see everything he does. He scored and assisted, he is always there with and without the ball – a top player. It is good to have him in the team.”
The Arsenal captain also emphasized the strong understanding he shares with Havertz and the rest of the squad.
“We have a good connection and we understand each other. He’s an intelligent player, and it is good to play with him. We have a great connection with everyone, and we know each other so well.”
On finally getting his name on the scoresheet, Ødegaard expressed satisfaction, noting that the team’s relentless mentality played a crucial role in their dominant win.
“It was about time, and it was good because we didn’t stop – we kept on going. We got what we deserved. It was a good one.”
With the victory, Arsenal continues to strengthen their title challenge, showing resilience and chemistry in what was a defining performance.
