Viktor Gyokeres: Arsenal Striker Goalless in Six Matches, Yet Still Vital for Mikel Arteta's Team
16 OCT 2025 13:20 | VIEWS: 28
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Viktor Gyökeres joined Arsenal with a stellar record, having scored 97 goals in 102 matches for Sporting. However, the Swedish striker has not found the net in his last six games, raising some concerns. Despite this, the club remains confident in his abilities and his role within the team.
With three goals in ten appearances for Arsenal, Gyökeres has yet to fully meet expectations, but his contribution to the team's success is evident. Teammates Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli highlight his crucial work outside the penalty area, which has been vital for the team's victories.
Manager Mikel Arteta emphasizes Gyökeres' movements, which create space for other players. Although heavily marked by defenders, this attention opens up opportunities for teammates, as seen in the match against West Ham, where Eberechi Eze benefited from the space created by Gyökeres.
Gyökeres exemplifies a player who contributes through tactical intelligence and off-the-ball movement, not just goals. Arsenal's patience and adaptation to his style could be key to future successes, and his impact on the game is undeniable, with more goals likely to follow in time.
SOURCE: Sky Sports