Ahead of the upcoming clash between Arsenal and Manchester City, Arsenal's captain Martin Ødegaard reflects on the intense rivalry as a product of both teams' desire to reach the top. He notes the emotional nature of such high-stakes matches and suggests that flare-ups, like the incident involving Erling Haaland during their last encounter, are part of the dynamics of competitive football. Ødegaard emphasizes that while players may have personal connections off the pitch, on-field battles are fierce and fueled by a shared commitment to excellence.
"In football, games like this, the emotions are so high and the adrenaline is there... It is not something I think too much about. It is normal when you play these big games."
"There should be a little bit of heat sometimes... When we are on the pitch, then it's a good battle."
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