After joining Arsenal from Brentford over the summer, Norgaard made his first start under manager Mikel Arteta in the Carabao Cup match against Port Vale on Wednesday night.

Norgaard, 31, has been patiently waiting for his first start under Arteta, which he finally received after recovering from an injury that began at the start of the campaign.

He reflected on the experience of starting a game for the first time this season, saying it was an "amazing feeling" and that he had been waiting a long time for it.

Norgaard had previously tasted the experience of starting in preseason, but unfortunately suffered an injury that delayed his full return to the team.

Although it was a tough game against Port Vale, Norgaard's team ultimately secured a victory, and he felt it was a "nice experience" to be back on the field.

He acknowledged that being injured was frustrating, especially after a strong preseason performance, but chose to look on the bright side and focus on the fact that the injury could have been worse.

Norgaard had been on a roll before his injury, playing many minutes in preseason and impressing his coaches, and he's now working to regain his rhythm and momentum.

He feels that getting back on the field and playing more minutes, like in the match against Port Vale, will help him return to his top form and prove himself to Arteta and the team.

Norgaard's arrival at Arsenal came as a replacement for Jorginho, who left for Flamengo, and now he's eager to demonstrate his value to the team as the season progresses.