Viktor Gyökeres finally ended his Premier League goal drought in Arsenal’s comfortable 2-0 win over Burnley. The Super Swede found the back of the net for the first time in six league matches, nodding home from close range in the 14th minute after good work from Gabriel following a corner.
It was the striker’s fourth goal in ten Premier League appearances, a respectable return for a player still adjusting to life in England.
Finding his rhythm in North London
Signed from Sporting CP after scoring 54 goals in 52 games, Gyökeres had not found the net in the league since mid-September’s 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest. That run caused some concern among Arsenal fans, even though he struck twice against Atletico Madrid in Europe only a few weeks ago.
It is important to give him time to adapt to what is widely regarded as the most difficult league in the world. The Portuguese top flight is more open and less physical, and it appears he is slowly finding his rhythm.
His relentless pressing has been a key part of Mikel Arteta’s early success this season, with the Gunners currently top of the Premier League and targeting their first title in more than twenty years.
Respectable numbers and steady progress
Many doubted him, but the numbers show that he has started well. Arsenal have seen a number of strikers come and go over the years, from Yaya Sanogo to Lucas Perez, yet Gyökeres looks a far more complete player.
The 2025 Gerd Müller Trophy winner was always going to face pressure to perform consistently, something even the best forwards struggle with. In my opinion, if he reaches twelve league goals this season, it will represent a strong debut campaign and lay solid foundations for the future in the number nine shirt – a role he is beginning to make his own.
Let’s discuss in the comments.
Liam Harding
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Sadly seems like he is injured after Burnley.
Really hope it’s not serious but Arteta blinded like could be some weeks !
Fingers crossed as I think he has been instrumental in our pressing and keeping defenders busy
Was just starting to get some confidence and goals also
The Big Swede was taken off at halftime against Burnley and haven’t seen since.
Having played his best game in an Arsenal shirt Gyokers it is fair to believe his feet are almost fully wet now.
It is belive the Big Swede received an elbow to the face, following his substitution Arsenal attacks struggle to break down the Claret defense, highlights his importance to the team.
Bet the Swede is gonna get 20goal+ this season. Quote me everywhere, the moment Kai-Harverts returns, Martin-Odegaard returns and Noni-Madueke returns, Arsenal will be dunking-’em-balls-in like it’s Basketball man. Those tiny destroyers Ethan-Nwaneri and Max-Dowman should be unleashed on everybody be it in Europe or in England. COYG