“He’s an excellent player, he is the only player I’m scared of facing. I hope Arteta benches him for no reason”- FC Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa enthusiastically praises 25 years old Arsenal player with great fear ahead of tonight’s clash in the Champions League- Not Saka, Not Declan Rice and Martinelli
As the much-anticipated Champions League showdown between Porto and Arsenal looms, Porto’s goalkeeper, Diogo Costa, took a moment to express his admiration for Arsenal’s standout talent, Martin Odegaard. Costa, echoing the sentiments of many football enthusiasts, couldn’t help but acknowledge the brilliance that Odegaard brings to the pitch.
In recent matches, Arsenal has been unstoppable, boasting an impressive winning streak in the Premier League. Their dominance is evident with an aggregate score of 21-2 over their last five outings. And at the core of this exceptional performance lies Martin Odegaard.
The 25-year-old Norwegian international has firmly established himself as one of Arsenal’s key players in recent years. His contributions have been outstanding, with an impressive tally of 15 goals and eight assists in the Premier League alone last season. This season, he continues to shine, with seven goals and eight assists across all competitions. Odegaard’s form seems to reach new heights every week, leaving opponents in awe.
In anticipation of the clash, Porto’s goalkeeper, Diogo Costa, shared his thoughts on facing Odegaard. While acknowledging Odegaard’s excellence, Costa emphasized the importance of not focusing solely on one player. “Odegaard is an excellent player,” Costa remarked, “but he is not a player who will do all the work alone. We are focused on the whole team.”
Despite Porto’s recent struggles in the Portuguese top-flight, where they managed just one win in their last three matches, their Champions League encounters have historically been unpredictable. The uncertainty surrounding such fixtures highlights the need for Arsenal to be at their best, especially at the Estádio do Dragão.
As the pivotal encounter approaches, all eyes will undoubtedly be on Martin Odegaard. Positioned in the number 10 role, he holds the key to unlocking Porto’s defense and tipping the scales in Arsenal’s favor. If he replicates his recent stellar performances, Odegaard could emerge as the decisive factor in tomorrow’s clash.
