Arsenal’s Triumph: Mikel Arteta Praises Viktor Gyokeres

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his delight for Viktor Gyokeres following the player’s two-goal performance in the team’s Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid.

Gyokeres Breaks Scoring Drought

The Swedish forward ended a stretch of seven matches without a goal by netting a brace in the dominant 4-0 win on Tuesday.

Arteta’s Thoughts on Gyokeres

Arteta remarked, “I believe he fully earned this moment, especially considering how much he has contributed to the team beyond just scoring in recent weeks; there’s simply no question about that.”

He elaborated further, saying, “The key was for him to maintain his self-belief and emotional well-being, allowing him to enjoy the game and play with freedom. He certainly showcased that today, and his reward was two goals and a big smile on his face. Just look at the joy on his teammates’ faces in the pictures and videos; they are thrilled for him, and it’s well-deserved.”

The Impact of Gyokeres on the Team

Arteta also highlighted Gyokeres’ overall significance to the squad: “His presence elevates our team. We’ve become much harder to predict. His physicality creates space for everyone; the way he presses and retains possession is extraordinary.”

He added, “And let’s not forget about the goals—he’s shown he can score in diverse ways, and I’m hopeful this performance will help him find his stride and continue delivering goals.”