"Odegaard has been sidelined on five separate occasions in 2025/26, suffering a string of problems including knee, muscle and shoulder issues."
"Arteta played it down when he was asked about his captain after the game, stating that the substitution was 'partly tactical' and 'precautionary'."
"Odegaard started two matches in the space of 72 hours this week, in his first appearances since February, so Arteta will have been wary of overworking the Norwegian."
"After hosting Bournemouth on Saturday, the Gunners welcome Sporting to the Emirates Stadium next Wednesday for their quarter-final second leg."
Martin Odegaard has faced multiple injuries during the 2025/26 season, affecting his participation in 29 domestic matches. His recent return saw him play in the FA Cup and Champions League, but he was substituted due to precautionary reasons. Mikel Arteta expressed caution regarding Odegaard's fitness, especially with a busy schedule ahead. The team is preparing for crucial matches, including a Premier League game against Bournemouth and a Champions League quarter-final second leg against Sporting Lisbon.
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