Christian Norgaard earned a rare start for Arsenal and impressed enough to leave fans desperate to see him more.
Mikel Arteta’s midfield was a talking point against Wigan, as Norgaard lined up alongside Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka.
It was a shock change, but one that worked out for all three involved, with Norgaard being Arsenal’s best player against Wigan.
The summer signing wasn’t going to be overlooked as he came into midfield, and he wasn’t, having fans constantly mentioning his name on social media.
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Arsenal fans discuss Christian Norgaard and Martin Zubimendi after Wigan win
Fans want to see Norgaard play more, but the Dane is rarely the first choice for Arteta, given that Martin Zubimendi is an option.
Though the Spaniard is first choice for a reason, Arsenal fans now think that Norgaard could genuinely give his teammate a run for his money.
On X, lots of supporters discussed whether Norgaard is actually more of a fit for what Arsenal need than Zubimendi right now, and the consensus was interesting.
“I don’t see what Zubimendi does that Norgaard can’t do,” one X user wrote.
It was an opinion shared by many others.
“I kinda prefer the way Norgaard controls games to the way Zubimendi does,” a fan admitted, as another agreed, “Norgaard is so unbelievably clear of Zubimendi.”
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Arsenal fans on X made it clear that they believe Norgaard has more to offer behind the ball than Zubimendi.
“Zubimendi might need to stay on the bench for Norgaard or learn to pass forward and pass faster.”
Another said, “Bro has Zubimendi played a linebreaker line that even once this season??? Norgaard is incredible.”
To conclude the fan comments, one posted their belief that the former Brentford skipper should start ahead of Zubimendi more often.
“Norgaard has to start more often instead of Zubimendi, he has so much experience it’s unbelievable, and his influence is top.”
Christian Norgaard put on a show against Wigan
Norgaard is so appreciated in the Arsenal squad, and against Wigan, it was clear to see that he’s got a lot more to offer than some anticipated.
Fans described the Dane’s display as a ‘passing clinic’, while others urged for a ‘serious conversation about Norgaard’.
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A passing clinic is exactly what Norgaard put on, pulling off almost all of his long balls, several creating threatening chances in the final third.
It was a top display from the 31-year-old, who has certainly given Arteta a lot to think about with his five-star performance.
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