After the game concluded at the Emirates Stadium, Odegaard was seen taking photos with club photographer Stuart MacFarlane, captured by TV cameras. However, Carragher, a Liverpool icon turned Sky Sports pundit, suggested that the players should have immediately headed to the tunnel, while fellow pundit Gary Neville argued it reflected the team’s “lack of maturity”. Carragher later clarified that his remarks were intended humorously, referencing Neil Warnock’s famous ‘get down the tunnel’ remarks.
Responding to queries about the exuberance of the celebrations, Odegaard remarked [via Sky Sports News on X]: “I think everyone who loves football, who understands football, they know how much it means to win this game. And if you’re not allowed to celebrate when you win a game, when are you allowed to celebrate? We are happy with the win and we’ll stay humble. We keep working hard and we prepare for the next one but you have to be happy when you win.”
Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Leandro Trossard all contributed goals, securing a victory for Mikel Arteta’s squad and elevating them to second place above Manchester City. At the final whistle, Arteta dashed down the touchline in jubilation, pumping his fists to acknowledge the jubilant fans. Following a trying 2022-23 season, Arsenal has firmly reasserted its contention for the championship title. With this triumph, Arteta’s side now trails league leaders Liverpool by just two points.
Next up for the Gunners is a clash against West Ham on Sunday, February 11, presenting another opportunity to affirm their championship aspirations against formidable local rivals.
Martin Ødegaard
Martin Ødegaard
NorwayThis season he played in total 20 times for 1781 minutes for Premier League.
Martin Ødegaard scored 4 goals for Arsenal. He procured 3 assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.
His team is currently 2nd in Premier League. In the last match Arsenal won 3-1 against Liverpool. The next match in Premier League will be against West Ham United.
Arsenal performance and stats
Arsenal is currently 2nd in the Premier League with 49 points.
In the last 23 games, it has won 15 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 4 times. In its last match, Arsenal won 3-1 against Liverpool.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 47 goals and conceding 22.
Arsenal will play the next match in Premier League against West Ham United on Saturday 10th of February in London.
