Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard did not look happy with the tackle of Rodri in the box. He has also said that the tackle deserved a penalty.
This incident happened in the international game between Spain and Norway. However, Mikel Arteta will feel happy that Odegaard did not get injured.
ARSENAL AND NORWAY SKIPPER DESERVED A PENALTY AFTER THE RODRI TACKLE
Arsenal and Norway captain Martin Odegaard escaped a big injury in the game against Spain. They also lost the game 3-0. However, the Gunners fans will feel relieved that Odegaard did not suffer a major injury. This is because Spain’s captain and Manchester City midfielder Rodri two foot tackled him in the box. However, the referee did not award it as a penalty.
Although, Arsenal fans were happy that Odegaard immediately got back to his feet after the tackle. However, this tackle also makes it clear that it was a penalty. It is a penalty 99 times out of 100, if you two foot an opposition player in your own box. However, it looks like Rodri got away with it. Although, Martin Odegaard made his feelings clear after the match.
MARTIN ODEGAARD DID NOT LOOK HAPPY WITH THE TACKLE
The Arsenal captain has also said that it was a clear penalty. He further said, “I’m pretty sure I should have had a penalty. He’s coming with his studs right on my ankle. But I’m sure I’ll get punished [if I say anymore]. I don’t bother saying anything else about the referee. It’s better not to say anything. Norway’s manager Stale Solbakken also supported his captain’s arguments.
Stale Solbakken also said that he is confused with the referees decision to not give it as a penalty. He has also called the tackle on the Arsenal captain a ridiculous tackle. Stale Solbakken further said, “It is a clear penalty! He finishes the shot and you can’t [foul him after]. If I knock someone down after the ball is gone, then it’s a penalty. I get a little bored of this.”
Arsenal fans were also not happy with the challenge of Manchester City midfielder on their captain. They have also labelled the challenge as a reckless challenge. However, in the end, the fans and Mikel Arteta will also feel happy that Odegaard played the rest of game without limping.
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