When your captain ties the knot, you show up—and that’s exactly what the Arsenal squad did as they traded the Emirates for Oslo this past weekend to celebrate Martin Ødegaard’s wedding to his longtime partner, Helene Spilling.
After months of keeping things quiet, the pair finally celebrated their union in a stylish ceremony, and this time, the love was shared publicly and proudly.
A Private Marriage, A Public Celebration
Back in November 2024, Ødegaard and Spilling quietly made it official—no social media fuss, no elaborate announcement.
Norwegian outlet Verdens Gang revealed the midfielder had updated his marital status on the national register, and Spilling had changed her name to Helene Spilling Ødegaard.
A month later, they welcomed their first child, a baby boy, sharing a sweet black-and-white photo of his tiny hand with the caption: “We love you so much, our little baby boy.”
Arsenal Teammates Suit Up for Oslo Wedding
Fast forward seven months, and it was finally time to mark the occasion in true celebration mode.
Arsenal players and their partners jetted off to Norway for the wedding bash—and let’s just say, they cleaned up well.
Bukayo Saka, looking dapper in a tuxedo, was spotted alongside his girlfriend Tolami Benson, both stepping into a chauffeured car.
Ødegaard and Spilling were also seen glowing, posing for cameras in a car—Martin in his own sharp tux and Helene looking stunning in her bridal gown with her signature sleek blonde hair.
Also joining the festivities were Kai Havertz, Leandro Trossard, and Trossard’s wife Laura Hilven—everyone dressed to impress.
The Bride: More Than Just a Dancer
Helene Spilling wasn’t just the beautiful bride—she’s a star in her own right.
A professional dancer, she shot to fame after winning the 2021 edition of Norway’s Skal vi danse (think: Strictly Come Dancing).
With 17 national gold medals in ballroom dancing, Spilling’s talent is unmatched.
She’s also built a following of over 180,000 on Instagram and is the founder of both a dance studio and a fashion label.
Since making their relationship public in June 2023, the couple has been spotted at numerous public events and matches, always hand-in-hand and beaming.
Dancing Through Life and Football
Spilling is often seen supporting Ødegaard at Arsenal and Norway games, but she doesn’t just cheer from the stands—she celebrates in her own way.
After Arsenal’s thumping 5-0 win over Chelsea, where Ødegaard assisted twice, Spilling was filmed dancing to Waka Waka in the stands—embracing the energy that has become Havertz’s unofficial anthem.
The couple first made their red carpet debut at the London Football Awards in March 2023 and haven’t shied away from showing their love ever since.
A particularly adorable moment came in August when they posted a seaside maternity photo, captioned: “1+1 = 3.
Can’t wait to meet you, our little baby.”
What’s Next for Mr and Mrs Ødegaard?
While Arsenal fans are eager to see what Ødegaard brings to the pitch next season, it’s clear that his off-pitch life is just as full of joy and support.
As for Helene, she continues to balance motherhood, dancing, and entrepreneurship with grace.
Their Oslo celebration wasn’t just a wedding—it was a reminder that behind every footballing captain is a strong team at home, too.