Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard said his team wants to win every available trophy following a dominant Community Shield victory.
This declaration signals a shift in the club's mentality as they enter the new season. By publicly targeting all silverware, Ødegaard aims to establish a high-pressure standard for the squad and warn competitors of the team's intentions.
Arsenal secured the trophy with a 3-0 [1] win against Manchester City. The victory served as a statement of intent for the North London club. During the match, Riccardo Calafiori scored one goal [2] to help secure the result.
Speaking after the match, Ødegaard said the performance served as a reminder of the team's capabilities. "Arsenal reminded everyone of their quality with the Community Shield win," he said.
The captain emphasized that the club is no longer content with narrow successes. He said that the team is sending a clear warning to rivals regarding their hunger for titles this season.
"We want to win everything," Ødegaard said.
While some reports place the match in Cardiff, other records indicate the game was played at Wembley Stadium in London. Regardless of the venue, the result provides Arsenal with early momentum. Ødegaard said the victory was essential to set the tone for the upcoming campaign.
"We’re sending a clear warning to our rivals — we want to win everything this season," he said.
“"We want to win everything."”
Ødegaard's comments reflect a strategic psychological move to transition Arsenal from a perennial contender to a dominant force. By publicly committing to 'win everything' immediately after a significant victory over a primary rival like Manchester City, the leadership is attempting to internalize a winning culture and eliminate the fear of failure before the league season begins.
