Overview

• Norgaard played 90 minutes in a 2-0 Carabao Cup victory over Port Vale, his first competitive start since joining Arsenal from Brentford.
• SofaScore recorded 100 touches and 81 of 89 passes completed for roughly 90% accuracy, alongside notable defensive interventions.
• He described the early knee layoff that he said cost him three games as frustrating and said he is working back to full rhythm.
• William Saliba summed up Norgaard as “Class,” noting how impressive he had been when Arsenal faced Brentford.
• Reporting and Arteta’s praise point to a leadership presence who will serve as rotation cover behind the first-choice holding midfielder as he adapts.