Overview
- The ankle problem began after a late challenge from Bernardo Silva in Norway’s 2-1 loss to Portugal on Sunday and Odegaard left the stadium limping.
- Norway’s medical staff report scans found no significant structural damage and the player has reported reduced pain.
- Odegaard returned to light training, travelled with the squad to Cardiff and was named on UEFA’s 23‑man list for the Wales match but inclusion does not guarantee minutes.
- Norway manager Ståle Solbakken said he will make a final decision close to kickoff after testing Odegaard’s fitness on matchday.
- Arsenal have been in near‑constant contact with Norway’s medical team and will monitor load and minutes because the Gunners face a Premier League resumption on October 10 and have other injury concerns.