UCL final: Man United legend, Sheringham names two Arsenal stars that’ll hurt PSG Manchester United legend Teddy Sheringham has highlighted two Arsenal players who could replicate his and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s pivotal role in one of football’s most iconic comebacks during the 1999 Champions League final against Bayern Munich. Sheringham, who played a key part in that historic 2-1 victory as a substitute, believes Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard and Eberechi Eze have the potential to deliver a similar dramatic impact in this season’s UCL final against Paris Saint-Germain. The 1999 final remains one of the most celebrated moments in football history, with Sheringham and Solskjaer stepping onto the pitch in the 91st and 93rd minutes to score the goals that secured a treble for Manchester United. Sheringham, speaking to The Mirror via Boyle Sports, emphasized that Odegaard and Eze possess the technical precision and finishing ability to replicate that success. “If they require two players to rise to the occasion in injury time as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and I did for Manchester United in 1999, I believe it will be Eberechi Eze and Martin Odegaard who will deliver the victory,” he stated. Sheringham praised the duo for their ability to finish under pressure, noting that their accuracy in both inside and outside the penalty area makes them ideal candidates for decisive moments. “They are both exceptional players who understand how to finish. Our goals were somewhat scrappy, but these two strike the ball as it should be struck,” he explained. He added that their composure in critical situations, combined with their technical skills, positions them as key assets for Arsenal in high-stakes matches.#arsenal #paris_saint_germain #eberechi_eze #martin_oddegaard #teddy_sheringham
Norway's Struggles with Key Players Leave Team Unprepared for World Cup Norway's attacking trio of Alexander Sorloth, Erling Haaland, and Martin Ödegaard is facing challenges ahead of the World Cup, with the team set to face France in a Group I clash on 26 June. The squad's performance has been inconsistent, raising concerns as the tournament approaches. A friendly match against the Netherlands on 26 June will provide some insight, but key players are expected to be absent. Haaland, who has struggled with form in recent matches, will miss the game, while Ödegaard is sidelined due to injury. Sorloth, too, is dealing with confidence issues, having failed to replicate his earlier success at Atlético Madrid. According to reports, Norway was the top attacking force in Euro qualifying, scoring 37 goals in eight matches. However, the current form of its star players has raised questions. Haaland, despite leading the Premier League in goals, has only returned three goals in his last 10 appearances for Manchester City. His off-field activities, including investments in a new World Chess Championship circuit and a donation to a historical library, have drawn attention, but his on-field performance remains a concern. Coach Stale Solbakken attributed Haaland's recent slump to heavy workload, noting the striker has played a club-high 3,418 minutes this season. Haaland will miss the Netherlands match but is expected to return for the subsequent game against Switzerland. Ödegaard's injury issues have significantly impacted Norway's options. The Arsenal midfielder has missed 23 games due to a combination of knee, shoulder, and muscle problems, including the League Cup final loss to Manchester City. He has not played for Norway since September 2025, and Solbakken expressed frustration over his absence.#erling_haaland #norway #martin_oddegaard #alexander_sorloth #stale_solbakken
