Arsenal’s captain, Martin Ødegaard, has responded to critics following the team’s surprising 2-1 home defeat to Bournemouth. Despite taking an early lead through Declan Rice, the Gunners conceded goals to Dean Huijsen and Evanilson, marking their 21st point dropped from a winning position this season.
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Ødegaard described the performance as “sloppy” and “unacceptable,” emphasizing the need for the team to learn from the collapse. With an upcoming Champions League semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain, he urged his teammates to channel their frustration into a strong performance.
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Manager Mikel Arteta echoed these sentiments, encouraging the squad to use their disappointment as motivation for the challenges ahead.
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