“Even though VAR robbed us, I think this guy betrayed us and deserves to be blamed for our loss”- Arsenal captain Martin Odegard was quick to put £45M Arsenal teammate to the sword for being the main major reason why Arsenal lost to West Ham

Martin Odegaard pointed out that our team’s inability to be effective in both attacking and defensive areas led to a 2-0 loss against West Ham United, marking our first home defeat this season. Despite having 30 attempts on goal and dominating possession with 74 percent, the captain acknowledged our lack of ruthlessness in converting chances.

According to Odegaard, the team created ample opportunities to score, but the game slipped away due to small details, such as the final pass or finishing touches. He emphasized the need to improve in front of the goal, recognizing that success in those critical moments determines the outcome of matches.

Reflecting on the match, Odegaard mentioned that the conceded goals were too straightforward, emphasizing that performance within the penalty boxes significantly influences game results. Expressing disappointment, he noted that this was our 26th home game in 2023, resulting in only the third defeat. Odegaard, acknowledging the team’s desire to conclude the year on a positive note for the fans, admitted that the last home game of the year did not go as planned.

Despite the setback, Odegaard encouraged the team to learn from the experience, highlighting the importance of self-reflection and improvement. He recognized the short timeframe between games but emphasized the need to move forward and focus on the next challenge, stating, “It’s another game in a very short time, so it’s no time to feel sorry for ourselves; we have to learn and move on.”