Odegaard stated that the team is focused on winning the EFL Cup, as every trophy is valuable. He emphasized the importance of the competition, saying it's the first chance for the team to win a trophy this season.

The team's training sessions have been going well, with a high level of energy and a lot of competition among players. Odegaard believes that the team's bigger squad and competitive atmosphere will help them perform well in the match against Brighton.

A win against Brighton would put the team in the quarter-finals of the EFL Cup, bringing them closer to their goal of winning the competition. Not winning the League Cup since 1993, a victory would be a significant milestone for the team.