Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard has been included in Norway' s national team squad for upcoming matches, easing concern over an apparent injury ahead the Premier League game against Liverpool .

Ødegaard exited Arsenal's 5-0 rout of Leeds on Saturday after appearing to hurt his right shoulder.

Arsenal visit Liverpool on Sunday in a league match between two likely title contenders.

Norway host Finland in a friendly on Sept. 4 and then play Moldova in a World Cup qualifier on Sept. 9.

Norway lead their qualifying group with a perfect 12 points from four matches as they attempt to reach a first World Cup since 1998.

Erling Haaland was also included in Norway's squad.

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