Martin Odegaard has declared Arsenal are ready “to take the trophies home” after the Gunners moved to within one win of their first Premier League title in 22 years. A first-half header from Kai Havertz secured a 1-0 victory over Burnley at the Emirates Stadium, leaving Arsenal five points clear of Manchester City, though City have a game in hand.
Arsenal could complete a historic double this month, with a Champions League final against Paris St Germain in Budapest on May 30 also on the horizon. Speaking after leading his side on a lap of honour to mark the club’s final home game of the season, captain Odegaard said: “I am really proud. It has been an amazing season so far. We have one big one left and then the Champions League final and we want to take the trophies home.”
Odegaard added: “I can promise you all that we will give everything we have, and keep going until the very end and with your support we are going to be ready.” Manager Mikel Arteta, who received a huge reception from the home crowd, said: “It is an absolute joy to witness the transformation and contribution each of you have had to turn this place into the most beautiful place to enjoy and play our football games.”
Burnley interim boss Mike Jackson was left frustrated after Havertz escaped a red card for a late foul on Lesley Ugochukwu. “It is a red card,” said Jackson. “It is dangerous, he is leaving the floor, and it is cynical foul to break up play. We are disappointed it wasn’t given because it changes the game for the last 20 minutes in our favour.”
