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Martin Odegaard names the two Arsenal players who are always shouting at their teammates on the pitch

Martin Odegaard is the first Arsenal captain to lift the Premier League title since Patrick Vieira. It would be fair to say he is a…

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 11:00 AM
Martin Odegaard names the two Arsenal players who are always shouting at their teammates on the pitch
Key Things to Know
  • Martin Odegaard identified Declan Rice and Gabriel Magalhaes as Arsenal's most vocal on-pitch leaders who regularly shout instructions.
  • Odegaard made the comments during an interview with BBC Sport ahead of Arsenal's fixture against Leeds.
  • Arsenal relies on an expanded leadership core that includes Bukayo Saka, Jurrien Timber, Mikel Merino, and David Raya.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has named Declan Rice and Gabriel Magalhaes as the two teammates who are consistently vocal and shouting on the pitch. Speaking to BBC Sport ahead of Arsenal's match against Leeds, the Norwegian midfielder noted that both players provide crucial vocal leadership during games, adding that having diverse leadership qualities within the squad is beneficial.

The article highlights that manager Mikel Arteta relies on a broader leadership group rather than a single figurehead. Alongside Odegaard, Rice, and Gabriel, this collective includes vice-captain Bukayo Saka as well as experienced squad members Jurrien Timber, Mikel Merino, and goalkeeper David Raya.

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