A dramatic late goal from Martin Odegaard secured a hard-fought victory for Arsenal in their opening league match against Napoli, ending a dominant performance with a thrilling finish. The Norwegian forward’s powerful strike came after Arsenal controlled much of the game, showcasing their attacking prowess in the opening stages of the season. Fans and pundits will dissect whether the win sets the tone for Arsenal’s campaign or if it masks lingering concerns about finishing business in key moments. The result marks a strong start to their league phase, though the route to three points was far from straightforward.
Arsenal dominated play but needed a screamer from Martin Odegaard to seal three points in Napoli to open league phase.