Christoph Baumgartner clattered into Arsenal star Martin Odegaard during Austria's 2-1 win over Norway - and has now broken his silence.
With the Gunners light in midfield, supporters have expressed frustration at Baumgartner's challenge."Hi guys! I would like to sincerely apologise to Martin Odegaard ," the 25-year-old"It was never my intention to injure this player, I wish him all the best and a speedy recovery. Norway defender Leo Ostigard, meanwhile, criticised Baumgartner, insisting how he felt the challenge was 'strange'.
"I would have liked to have a duel against the guy who took Ødda out and show him what it’s like to get one back."Ostigard was then asked for his view on the extent of the injury sustained by the Gunners star, and admitted: "It wasn't very good.""We really have to hope that it passes quickly and that he is back both for Arsenal and for us.
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