Viktor Gyokeres: eyes on the prize for Arsenal as he reveals his penalty technique
Viktor Gyokeres: eyes on the prize for Arsenal as he reveals his penalty technique Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres approaches their Champions League second leg against Atletico Madrid with a clear, consistent focus. With the tie level at 1–1 following his penalty in Spain, and a domestic brace against Fulham at the weekend, the Swedish forward’s form is peaking at a decisive stage of the season. His two goals in the Premier League took him to 21 for the campaign, marking a fourth consecutive season in which he has surpassed the 20-goal threshold.
It is a level of consistency that reflects both his role and his mindset. “I want to score goals. So to reach that is a good thing,” he said.
“The most important things are coming this month, so we’ll have to do our job and see where it gets us. ” Gyokeres’ performance in Madrid was among his most complete since arriving in the summer, combining physical presence with increased involvement in Arsenal’s build-up. He referenced that connection after Saturday’s win.
“I think I was involved a lot and got a lot of touches on the ball. That helps in performances,” he said. “We played very good football.
” The 27-year-old’s adaptation to English football has been relatively smooth in output terms, but he pointed to the off-pitch adjustment as the most significant challenge. “The biggest challenge is to adapt and come into a new routine in a new country, because you change everything in your life,” he explained. “To adapt to that quickly and be ready for all the challenges that are coming – that’s the biggest one.