Odegaard scores as Arsenal secures 3-0 victory over Coventry City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:35 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Arsenal defeated Coventry City 3-0 in their opening match of the EPL season at Emirates Stadium. Martin Odegaard scored one of the goals, contributing to a strong performance for the defending champions. Despite facing a promoted team eager to prove themselves, Arsenal managed to control the match following their first goal. Odegaard acknowledged the challenges of opening games, commending Coventry for their physical approach but emphasized the need for his team to improve their precision in front of goal. Arsenal begins their title defense on a positive note, while Coventry will seek to build on their competition debut.
- •Arsenal plays Coventry City in the EPL opener at Emirates Stadium.
- •Odegaard scores one of Arsenal's three goals in the match.
- •Arsenal controls the game effectively after the opening goal.
- •Coventry City, newly promoted, puts up a strong fight.
- •Arsenal looks to improve precision in future matches.
- 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — “Can be nervy” Odegaard delighted to beat Coventry on opening night
"Martin Odegaard has reacted to Arsenal’s win against Coventry City after the Norwegian scored one of the goals in their 3-0 victory at the Emirates.Arsenal played at home and were expected to win th...
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