Overview
- The Sweden striker scored twice in Saturday’s 3-0 win over Fulham, taking his season total to 21 after he had opened the first leg in Madrid with a penalty.
- Arsenal host Atletico Madrid on Tuesday with the semi-final locked at 1-1, and Gyokeres’ run of 27 straight penalties adds reassurance if the tie goes to a shootout.
- After a slow start following a reported £64m move from Sporting, he has found rhythm in 2026 with 14 goals this year and a larger role leading the line.
- Recent tweaks have helped him thrive, with Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard giving control out wide and closer support that lets him attack space instead of posting up.
- Pundit Tony Cascarino likens his hold-up and link play to former Arsenal forward Alan Smith, casting him as a classic focal point who lifts the team’s attack.