Martin Ødegaard is a Norwegian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for and captains both Premier League club Arsenal and the Norway national team. Born in Drammen, Norway, he began his career at Strømsgodset before moving to Real Madrid. After several loans, he joined Arsenal in 2021, where he became a key playmaker and was named club captain. Known for his vision, passing, and composure, Ødegaard has earned multiple individual honors, including the Norwegian Footballer of the Year award. He leads his national team and is recognized as one of the top midfielders in European football.