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3 talking points ahead of Arsenal vs Bournemouth

  • Gunners host Bournemouth on Saturday
  • Chance to improve form before big clash
  • One player must take chance to improve
ByLennie Teague|
Arsenal drew with Palace in last league game
Arsenal drew with Palace in last league game | Justin Setterfield/GettyImages
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2. Odegaard must step up

Martin Odegaard
Improvement is needed for Odegaard | Catherine Ivill - AMA/GettyImages

Every Arsenal player needs to show an improvement against Bournemouth, but if there is one that seriously needs to step up, it is Martin Odegaard. The skipper struggled tremendously against PSG and now must look to make an instant adjustment to his performances.

Having started his side's last four games in all competitions, it is likely the Norwegian will be included in Arteta's XI once again for the visit of the Cherries. If he is to start, he must capitalise and put on a good show for the fans.

With calls for Odegaard to be dropped for the second-leg at PSG, he has to show a drastic improvement against Bournemouth or this could end up happening. He must lead by example on Saturday and contribute as much as possible to the team or he is at danger of being withdrawn from the starting XI.

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