Norway make Martin Odegaard squad decision after Arsenal captain suffers worrying injury blow

Norway have included Odegaard in their squad for their games against Finland and Moldova during the September international break in a timely fitness boost for Arsenal. The Gunners captain landed heavily on his right shoulder during the 5-0 victory over Leeds at the weekend, sparking concerns over his availability for the huge clash with Liverpool on Sunday.

After his inclusion for the national team, there is renewed hope Odegaard could feature when Mikel Arteta's side travel to Anfield on Sunday. It's a handy bit of news for the north Londoners, who are already without Ben White, Bukayo Saka, Christian Norgaard and Kai Havertz due to injury.

Odegaard was withdrawn in the 38th minute at the Emirates Stadium, being replaced by youngster Ethan Nwaneri as braces from Jurrien Timber and Viktor Gyokeres alongside Saka's strike sealed a straightforward victory. Also named in the Norway squad are the likes of Erling Haaland, Jorgen Strand Larsen, Oscar Bobb and Alexander Sorloth.

All eyes will be on Odegaard to see if the Arsenal captain is fit enough to feature against Liverpool. The title hopefuls are two of three teams to have made a perfect start to the Premier League campaign alongside Tottenham.