Arsenal dominated the chase for the Premier League title but fell short, failing to lift the trophy, and Manchester City took advantage, becoming Champions for the third time in a row.
Martin Odegaard, the Arsenal captain, admits that watching his team’s League title slip away will be agonizing for the rest of his life.
Odegaard opened up about how it felt to lose the top spot, which he attributed to his main experience coming into play.
“We competed against the team that has won it all. It was tight, and even at the end, especially in the three games, we lost momentum. There are so many things that can affect the season; we were close, and we must use the disappointment to go closer,” he told Viaplay.
He, however, hopes to use the disappointment as motivation in the future.
“I think this will bother me for the rest of my life. We were very close; I almost managed to achieve my dream. I think it will be painful for the rest of my life….. But we have to try again next year,” he said.
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Despite the title loss, Odegaard was satisfied with a number of positives he was able pick up throughout the season.
“This was a good season for me; I have delivered well and scored several goals. I have been more important to the team; it’s been good….. But of course, a tough end to the season still hurts. So I have mixed feelings.”
Odegaard managed to score 15 goals and provided eight assists last season.
He and his Gunners side will start the new season against Premier League champions and treble winners, Manchester City in the community shield on August 6th, 2023.
