Arsenal boss Arteta hails 'incredible' Odegaard: Everyone was trembling, he gave us stability | OneFootball

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta hailed Martin Odegaard for his 'incredible' performance against West Ham United on Sunday.

The Norwegian, on loan from Real Madrid, displayed leadership and poise to help Arsenal rescue a point after being down 3-0.

"I think he had an incredible performance," the Spaniard told his post-match press conference.

"I think he was very intelligent the way he ready the game, the way he affected the game.

"He showed how much he wants to win. When everyone was a little bit trembling, he gave us that stability, that composure on the ball and created chance after chance."

When asked if Odegaard was a leader in his team, Arteta added: "He is showing that I think from week one.

"The way he steps on that pitch and always wants the ball, the way he commands the pressing, he's been really influential.

"I think we have all been surprised because he looks really shy and humble, but when he steps in that pitch he's a real character and he loves to play football."