Exclusive: Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard praises the exceptional talent of his Norway team-mate Oscar Bobb from Manchester City, stating that he possesses a unique quality that sets him apart.

Martin Odegaard, the Arsenal captain, has heaped praise on his fellow Norway star Oscar Bobb, describing him as having an “X-factor”. Odegaard has enjoyed playing alongside Bobb over the past six months and believes he is a fantastic player.

Bobb, who plays as a midfielder for Manchester City, has had a breakout season under manager Pep Guardiola. He has made nine appearances in the Premier League and a further nine in cup competitions. His impressive performances earned him his international debut for Norway in October, and he recently scored his second goal for his country with a stunning solo effort against the Czech Republic.

In an exclusive interview with Discovery Norway after the game, Odegaard spoke highly of Bobb. When asked about the comparisons between Bobb and his Arsenal teammate Bukayo Saka, Odegaard acknowledged that both players are fantastic with the ball. However, he noted that Bobb is more of a ball player and has primarily played as a midfielder, making him a slightly different type of player compared to Saka.

Odegaard also highlighted the strong connection he felt with Bobb during their recent game together. He praised Bobb’s skills and described him as having an X-factor, referencing the impressive move he made against the Czech Republic. Odegaard emphasized the joy of playing alongside quality players like Bobb.

Bobb, in an interview with TV2 after the game, expressed his delight at playing alongside Odegaard, calling it a dream. He acknowledged Odegaard as one of the world’s best No. 10s and stated that having him next to him on the pitch makes the game much easier.

Despite the upcoming clash between Manchester City and Arsenal on Sunday, Norway manager Stale Solbakken dismissed any notion of resting Odegaard and star forward Erling Haaland for their friendly against Slovakia on Tuesday. Solbakken stated that he doesn’t take such matches into account and that both players are eager to play. He emphasized the importance of common sense and the five-day gap between the matches.

Overall, Odegaard and Bobb’s partnership on the pitch has been highly praised, with both players recognizing each other’s skills and the positive impact they have on the game.