Odegaard Returns as Arsenal Face Inter Milan in Champions League Showdown
Inter Milan and Arsenal Set for Crucial Champions League Clash
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is poised to make his long-awaited return from injury as the Gunners prepare to face Inter Milan in a pivotal UEFA Champions League encounter at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on Thursday. Odegaard has been sidelined for the past 12 matches due to an injury sustained on international duty with Norway, but he has resumed training and traveled with the squad to Milan.
Both Inter Milan and Arsenal are locked on seven points in the Champions League standings, setting the stage for a thrilling contest between two teams harboring aspirations of advancing deep into the tournament. Inter, under the guidance of Simone Inzaghi, has enjoyed an impressive eight-match unbeaten run, including seven victories. Arsenal, on the other hand, suffered a disappointing 0-1 defeat to Newcastle United in the Premier League last weekend.
Inter will be looking to extend their winning streak and strengthen their position at the top of the group, while Arsenal will be eager to bounce back from their recent setback and keep their Champions League hopes alive. The match promises to be a tactical battle between two well-organized teams with a wealth of attacking talent.
Inter’s attacking trio of Lautaro Martinez, Edin Dzeko, and Hakan Calhanoglu will pose a significant threat to Arsenal’s defense. The Gunners, however, will be buoyed by the return of Odegaard, whose creativity and leadership could prove invaluable in unlocking Inter’s defense.
The match will be played at the iconic San Siro Stadium in Milan, Italy, and will kick off at 1:30 AM (IST) on Thursday, November 7. Fans can catch the live telecast on Sony Sports Network and the live streaming on Sony Liv.