Mikel Arteta has challenged Viktor Gyokeres to build on his brace against Atletico Madrid after hailing his new striker for making Arsenal a much better team. Gyokeres ended his seven-match streak without a goal by scoring twice in three minutes at the Emirates Stadium as Arsenal completed a thumping 4-0 win in the Champions League.

Arsenal secured a significant Champions League win by thrashing Atletico Madrid 4-0 today. After a goalless first half, Gabriel headed home a free kick and Gabriel Martinelli curled in off the post. Viktor Gyokeres then scored twice in four minutes to give the hosts a thumping victory in north London.

Viktor Gyokeres led the way with two goals as Arsenal dominated Atletico Madrid on Tuesday to remain perfect in the 2025-26

Viktor Gyokeres has scored three times in 11 appearances for Arsenal since joining the club in a £55m deal during the summer transfer window.

Arsenal thumped Atletico Madrid 4-0 in a hugely impressive Champions League outing on Tuesday, with Gabriel Magalhaes scoring and assisting while Viktor Gyokeres netted a confidence-boosting brace.

Alan Shearer admitted he was ‘pretty alarmed’ by Viktor Gyokeres ’ lack of involvement before he ended his drought with two goals in Arsenal ’s Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid.

It is worth bearing that in mind when assessing the somewhat frustrating performances of Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres in this 1-0 win at a ground where Arsenal had taken just one point from their previous two visits.