Christian Nørgaard lifted lid on Arsenal ‘frustration’ after making first start following injury return. Nørgaard has admitted that the start to his Arsenal life is lifted by irritation and impatience. But he says that his first full start following injury has helped bring some relief. The Danish midfielder made his competitive debut earlier, but it was his first start in the 2-0 Carabao Cup victory over Port Vale that really allowed him to feel fully part of Arteta’s set-up again.
“Frustrating but Not Hopeless”
Reflecting on his period on the sidelines, Nørgaard acknowledged how difficult it was to sit out. “It’s been frustrating [being injured], but… you need to look at it as it could have been a lot worse,” he said, admitting he missed the opening weeks of the season due to a knee issue. He accepted the importance of regaining rhythm, saying that getting minutes was crucial: “Getting some minutes like today is amazing for me, getting closer to the level I know I can produce.”
Eager to Reclaim Momentum
Before the injury, Nørgaard had found momentum in pre-season, logging significant minutes and building form. The injury interrupted that flow, but his first start was an opportunity to begin climbing back. He cautioned that he’s “not quite there yet,” but remained optimistic that further game time—perhaps in the upcoming Brighton tie—will help him find consistency.
Thrilled to Be Part of a Deep Squad
Nørgaard also spoke about Arsenal’s impressive squad depth. Even though many players were rested against Port Vale, he felt the starting XI was still capable of challenging at the league level. “Not even by a mile… it’s the depth that you need to have to compete in all competitions,” he said. He described the atmosphere at the club as a mixture of ability and ambition.
Adjusting to Arteta’s Demands
Finally, Nørgaard admitted there is still an adjustment period to fully internalise Mikel Arteta’s tactical system. The demands on both physical and mental levels are high, but he sees the learning process as part of the challenge. “Being out there… trying to execute it will always help,” he said.
In sum, after a frustrating spell on the sidelines, Christian Nørgaard’s first start was more than symbolic—it was a stepping stone. He now looks forward to building fitness, consistency, and full integration into an Arsenal side aiming high.
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