Viktor Gyokeres scored his 20th goal for Arsenal against Fulham. This achievement marks him as the first Arsenal player in nearly a decade to reach this milestone in his debut season, matching Alexis Sanchez’s feat from 2014-15.
Gyokeres scored twice during the match, contributing to a 3-0 victory for Arsenal. His performance was notable as he was directly involved in three goals for the first time. His total tally now stands at 21 goals across all competitions this season.
In the match against Fulham, Gyokeres’s first goal was assisted by Bukayo Saka. This season, he has netted 15 goals in the Premier League alone. Only 12 players in Arsenal’s history have achieved 20 or more goals in their debut seasons.
Mikel Arteta praised Gyokeres, stating, “He had a great performance… Every attacking action he was involved — scored two great goals.” Paul Merson compared Gyokeres’s play to that of Erling Haaland, emphasizing his ability to win free kicks against defenders.
The victory also placed Arsenal 6 points clear of Manchester City in the Premier League standings. Gyokeres’s form has been crucial as Arsenal aims for a Champions League spot next season.
Wayne Rooney commented on Gyokeres’s contributions, saying, “I think he does so well for the team. He occupies defenders and I think his goal tally has been good this season.” His recent performances have solidified his role as a key player for Arsenal under Arteta.
