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Arsenal Playmaker Martin Odegaard Shines as Norway’s Creative Engine at the World Cup
Priya Nambiar | July 12, 2026 8:07 AM CST

Martin Odegaard is quietly putting together an outstanding World Cup campaign. The Norwegian midfielder, who missed most of the 2025/26 domestic season due to injury, has returned to form in remarkable fashion on the international stage.

Facing England this evening in Miami, Odegaard set up another goal when Andreas Schjelderup fired home a stunning opener into the corner of the net.

The Arsenal captain managed just one goal and six assists in the Premier League last season, but he appears to have rediscovered his creative spark this summer for his national team.

After providing yet another assist in the quarter-final, Odegaard now boasts four assists in five World Cup matches this summer.

Only France’s Michael Olise has registered more assists in the tournament — quite the company to keep for the Gunners' midfield maestro.


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