Overview

• Arsenal’s squad and staff voted overwhelmingly to keep Ødegaard as captain for the new season.
• He led the side to a 1-0 victory at Old Trafford with seven defensive actions and five duels won.
• That outcome tied him with Patrick Vieira for the most Premier League wins as Arsenal captain.
• Former players and pundits remain divided over his leadership despite public support from manager Mikel Arteta.
• Rivals like Alexis Mac Allister highlight his exceptional pitch scanning as a key leadership asset.