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The Irish Sun
8 hours ago
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- The Irish Sun
Arsenal stars look baffled as Martin Odegaard is presented with trophy he doesn't even bother to lift
ARSENAL stars were left looking baffled as they were presented with a trophy following their pre-season opener against AC Milan. The 4 Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard was presented with the Tridentity Cup after beating AC Milan 4 He then took the trophy over to his team-mates to pose for pictures 4 But he did not even bother to lift it in front of watching fans Credit: Getty The match took place at the Singapore National Stadium in Kallang, which And fans were treated to a trophy ceremony for the Tridentity Cup following the game. However, much like the game itself, it ended up being very subdued. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL He then took the silverware with him as he went to stand over with his team-mates. Many fans would have then expected him to lift it to keep up appearances, despite the relative lack of prestige behind the pre-season gong. But instead, the 26-year-old simply placed the trophy on the ground and bent down to get closer to it for pictures to be taken as team-mates crowded around. After a couple of seconds, the team then dispersed. Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK They are set to be bolstered by new signing Cristhian Mosquera, after the defender travelled to join the team despite his transfer from Mikel Arteta says his Arsenal squad are eager to win the Premier League title after coming so close last season Meanwhile, with the move for Viktor Gyokeres all but agreed he is also expected to join the club in Singapore after his £63.5million switch from Sporting Lisbon. He said: "I cannot comment on any player who is not part of our group yet. When we have something concrete to offer, we will do that... "There are a lot of parties and things that we have to bear in mind to get a player over the line and here. I'm very hopeful that we are going to do it very soon. Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates 'There's still a long time in the window and we are seeking still, in terms of numbers. 'We are short and we have to improve the depth and quality of the squad. We are constantly looking in the market. 'Ideally you want it from day one in pre-season. We have done very well so far, I'm very pleased with how the club has supported the improvements that we required in the team. "[Sporting director] Andrea [Berta] and the team have done an excellent job trying to push everything forward. "You see the club ownership and the ambition we have, the alignment we have. There is excitement about the new season. 'There's a long time to go in the window but we still have hopes we can improve the team and we will continue to try and do that. 'Until that happens, focus on the players we have and focus on them.' 4
Scottish Sun
8 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Arsenal stars look baffled as Martin Odegaard is presented with trophy he doesn't even bother to lift
Trophy drift Arsenal stars look baffled as Martin Odegaard is presented with trophy he doesn't even bother to lift Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ARSENAL stars were left looking baffled as they were presented with a trophy following their pre-season opener against AC Milan. The Gunners were in action in Singapore on Wednesday and won the clash 1-0 thanks to a Bukayo Saka strike, before losing the mandatory shootout despite three saves from Kepa Arrizabalaga. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up CHAMPIONS OF SINGAPORE, YOU'LL NEVER SING THAT — Connor Humm (@TikiTakaConnor) July 23, 2025 4 Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard was presented with the Tridentity Cup after beating AC Milan 4 He then took the trophy over to his team-mates to pose for pictures 4 But he did not even bother to lift it in front of watching fans Credit: Getty The match took place at the Singapore National Stadium in Kallang, which was less than half full of its 55,000 capacity with 25,000 supporters of Arsenal and Milan in attendance. And fans were treated to a trophy ceremony for the Tridentity Cup following the game. However, much like the game itself, it ended up being very subdued. Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard was presented with the trophy and posed for a picture. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL Arsenal ratings Saka is superstar but Havertz looks sluggish and Zubimendi dissapoints He then took the silverware with him as he went to stand over with his team-mates. Many fans would have then expected him to lift it to keep up appearances, despite the relative lack of prestige behind the pre-season gong. But instead, the 26-year-old simply placed the trophy on the ground and bent down to get closer to it for pictures to be taken as team-mates crowded around. After a couple of seconds, the team then dispersed. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Arsenal's next pre-season game will come against Newcastle at the same venue on Sunday. They are set to be bolstered by new signing Cristhian Mosquera, after the defender travelled to join the team despite his transfer from Valencia not yet being announced. Mikel Arteta says his Arsenal squad are eager to win the Premier League title after coming so close last season Noni Madueke will join the team after a period of rest following his participation in the Club World Cup with Chelsea. Meanwhile, with the move for Viktor Gyokeres all but agreed he is also expected to join the club in Singapore after his £63.5million switch from Sporting Lisbon. Arteta played his cards close to his chest when asked about his imminent new ace but was hopeful the other new faces at the club would join them soon. He said: "I cannot comment on any player who is not part of our group yet. When we have something concrete to offer, we will do that... "There are a lot of parties and things that we have to bear in mind to get a player over the line and here. I'm very hopeful that we are going to do it very soon. Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates 'There's still a long time in the window and we are seeking still, in terms of numbers. 'We are short and we have to improve the depth and quality of the squad. We are constantly looking in the market. 'Ideally you want it from day one in pre-season. We have done very well so far, I'm very pleased with how the club has supported the improvements that we required in the team. "[Sporting director] Andrea [Berta] and the team have done an excellent job trying to push everything forward. "You see the club ownership and the ambition we have, the alignment we have. There is excitement about the new season. 'There's a long time to go in the window but we still have hopes we can improve the team and we will continue to try and do that. 'Until that happens, focus on the players we have and focus on them.'
The Sun
8 hours ago
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- The Sun
Arsenal stars look baffled as Martin Odegaard is presented with trophy he doesn't even bother to lift
ARSENAL stars were left looking baffled as they were presented with a trophy following their pre-season opener against AC Milan. The Gunners were in action in Singapore on Wednesday and won the clash 1-0 thanks to a Bukayo Saka strike, before losing the mandatory shootout despite three saves from Kepa Arrizabalaga. 4 4 The match took place at the Singapore National Stadium in Kallang, which was less than half full of its 55,000 capacity with 25,000 supporters of Arsenal and Milan in attendance. And fans were treated to a trophy ceremony for the Tridentity Cup following the game. However, much like the game itself, it ended up being very subdued. Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard was presented with the trophy and posed for a picture. He then took the silverware with him as he went to stand over with his team-mates. Many fans would have then expected him to lift it to keep up appearances, despite the relative lack of prestige behind the pre-season gong. But instead, the 26-year-old simply placed the trophy on the ground and bent down to get closer to it for pictures to be taken as team-mates crowded around. After a couple of seconds, the team then dispersed. Arsenal's next pre-season game will come against Newcastle at the same venue on Sunday. They are set to be bolstered by new signing Cristhian Mosquera, after the defender travelled to join the team despite his transfer from Valencia not yet being announced. Noni Madueke will join the team after a period of rest following his participation in the Club World Cup with Chelsea. Meanwhile, with the move for Viktor Gyokeres all but agreed he is also expected to join the club in Singapore after his £63.5million switch from Sporting Lisbon. Arteta played his cards close to his chest when asked about his imminent new ace but was hopeful the other new faces at the club would join them soon. He said: "I cannot comment on any player who is not part of our group yet. When we have something concrete to offer, we will do that... "There are a lot of parties and things that we have to bear in mind to get a player over the line and here. I'm very hopeful that we are going to do it very soon. 'There's still a long time in the window and we are seeking still, in terms of numbers. 'We are short and we have to improve the depth and quality of the squad. We are constantly looking in the market. 'Ideally you want it from day one in pre-season. We have done very well so far, I'm very pleased with how the club has supported the improvements that we required in the team. "[Sporting director] Andrea [Berta] and the team have done an excellent job trying to push everything forward. "You see the club ownership and the ambition we have, the alignment we have. There is excitement about the new season. 'There's a long time to go in the window but we still have hopes we can improve the team and we will continue to try and do that. 'Until that happens, focus on the players we have and focus on them.' 4
New York Times
15-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Arsenal in final stages of Ethan Nwaneri talks over new contract
Arsenal are in the final stages of talks with Ethan Nwaneri over a new contract, which will end any prospect of the playmaker leaving and secure his services for the long-term future. Nwaneri has entered the final 12 months of his existing deal, with major interest from suitors in the Premier League and abroad. Advertisement But the England Under-21 international's priority was always to stay at the club he joined aged eight, which will come as a significant boost to Arsenal and their supporters. Arsenal were not allowed to propose fresh terms until Nwaneri turned 18 in late March and since last season ended, he has been away representing his national team and on holiday. Upon returning, discussions have ramped up and the academy graduate is ready to commit to his boyhood team. Nwaneri enjoyed a breakthrough campaign in 2024-25 — contributing nine goals and two assists across 37 appearances for Mikel Arteta's men. That represented a substantial amount of minutes for such a young talent and explains why there were no demands about game time during negotiations. He was deployed mainly on the right side of Arsenal's attack and featured prominently when Bukayo Saka was out injured. It is expected he will soon occupy a more central role, providing competition and back-up for captain Martin Odegaard. Analysis by Art de Roche Ethan Nwaneri's ambition has been clear for all to see during his rise from Arsenal's pre-academy to the first team. Despite scoring an impressive nine goals last season, he was not shy in admitting he was aiming for 10 at a media session before helping England retain the Under-21s European Championship this summer. Asked for his personal standout moment from his breakout season, Nwaneri said: 'The goal against Man City. I knew I'd do something if I got the ball. Then Declan (Rice) luckily saw me. You don't really think, you just do it. You think about it afterwards.' That goal bookended a 5-1 win for Arsenal, but Nwaneri was not short of impressive moments last term. He became the youngest player to score in successive Champions League games with goals against Girona and PSV Eindhoven, and is now the third-youngest scorer in a Champions League knockout game behind Jude Bellingham and Bojan. The midfielder also set himself apart with trademark finishes into the top left corner, which Arsenal fans will no doubt enjoy seeing more of in the coming seasons. ()
Daily Mail
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Revealed: The Martin Odegaard text that convinced Mikel Arteta's latest summer signing Christian Norgaard to join Arsenal
Arsenal 's latest recruit Christian Norgaard has revealed that he was convinced to join the Gunners because of a simple text from captain Martin Odegaard. The former Brentford captain completed a £12million move to the Emirates on Thursday to become Mikel Arteta 's third summer signing. Arsenal will reportedly pay an initial £10m fee for the Denmark international with a further £2m in additional payments. Norgaard had signed a new two-year deal at Brentford in March amid intense interest from Benfica. But he has admitted that he was persuaded to leave the Bees, who he joined six years ago from Fiorentina, because of Odegaard and former Brentford team-mate David Raya, who made the same move in 2023. 'They both spoke so highly of [the club],' Norgaard told club media. 'They keep describing this as a welcome to the family feeling. 'I think it's really nice when a player like Martin speaks highly of not only the players, not only the coaches, but also the whole staff around the club and the guys in the media department. 'There are just so many people working in this organisation and he spoke very highly of all of them, so I'm looking forward to meeting each and every one.' The 31-year-old joined Brentford in 2019 and helped guide them to their first ever Premier League promotion. He was appointed as captain by former Bees and now Tottenham boss Thomas Frank in 2023. Last season, Norgaard played 34 times in the Premier League and also chipped in with five goals, his highest tally for the club. The Dane has also played at the semi-finals of Euro 2020 and at the 2022 World Cup. But he admitted that the appeal of Champions League football at the Emirates was crucial in his switch 'You can get almost emotional because maybe it was a dream that I've given a little bit up on coming towards the later stage in my career,' he said. 'I've just turned 31 and had signed a new deal with Brentford. Of course, there's always a little chance that a miracle could happen with Brentford, but it was probably unrealistic to play Champions League with them. 'Now, I get to hear the anthem and be a part of a Champions League campaign. It's a childhood dream and something I didn't think would be possible. So it's something I'm really, really happy about.' Speaking after the deal was announced, Arteta hailed his new recruit as he said: 'We're delighted to welcome Christian to Arsenal. 'He is an international player with a wealth of experience of the Premier League. He has proven leadership skills and a strong character which will be invaluable to our squad. 'He is a strong midfielder with excellent tactical awareness and versatility. He also has physical presence and intelligence which will give us added depth and balance. 'Christian will bring a lot to the group both on and off the pitch, and we're excited to start working with him in this next chapter of his career.' Sporting director Andrea Berta added: 'We're very pleased to welcome Christian Norgaard to the club. He has been a consistent high performer in the Premier League and brings many qualities to our club. 'He is a leader, and a player with high tactical intelligence and versatility who will have a very positive impact to the squad. We welcome Christian to Arsenal.'
