Viktor Gyokeres — Swedish footballer who scored twice for Arsenal in Premier League victory over Sunderland and scored the dramatic late winner in Sweden's 2026 World Cup playoff victory over Poland.
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The Namibian
Viktor Gyokeres plays for Arsenal
“Up front the much-vaunted attack of Liverpool's Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres of Arsenal were feeding on scraps for Sweden.”
Netherlands thump Sweden in Houston to get World Cup liftoffThe Namibian
Viktor Gyokeres has started to find form for and followed a hat-trick against Ukraine with the memorable late winner against Poland
“Gyokeres has started to find form for Arsenal and followed a hat-trick against Ukraine with the memorable late winner against Poland, while Isak is still seeking full fitness after an injury-blighted first campaign at Liverpool following his big-money move from Newcastle.”
Sweden bidding to make most of back door World Cup entryThe Namibian
Viktor Gyokeres struggled to make impact against Sporting
“Former Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres has endured an erratic debut season with Arsenal and once again he struggled to make an impact.”
Arsenal survive tense Sporting stalemate to reach Champions League semisThe Namibian
Viktor Gyokeres scored a first-half penalty in the Bournemouth defeat
“The Sweden striker scored a first-half penalty to take his goal tally for the season to 18 as he shows signs of a life after a slow start to his first campaign with the Gunners.”
Fatigue no excuse as Arteta urges spluttering Arsenal to respondThe Namibian
Viktor Gyokeres came off the bench to net second-half equaliser for Arsenal
“Arteta's side fell behind to Ross Stewart's first-half goal at a raucous St Mary's before Viktor Gyokeres came off the bench to net the second-half equaliser.”
Arteta demands Arsenal response after FA Cup shocker at SouthamptonThe Namibian
Viktor Gyokeres netted dramatic late winner in play-off final
“Viktor Gyokeres sent Sweden to the 2026 World Cup as he netted a dramatic late winner to hand his country a 3-2 win over Poland in their European play-off final on Tuesday.”
Gyokeres sends Sweden to World Cup with dramatic winner against PolandThe Namibian
Viktor Gyokeres sealed Arsenal's second successive league win with a 66th-minute strike and netted again in stoppage time
“Viktor Gyokeres sealed Arsenal's second successive league win with a 66th-minute strike before the Swede netted again in stoppage time.”
Gyokeres lifts Arsenal nine clear as Man Utd pile pressure on FrankNew Era
Viktor Gyokeres has scored just eight goals since signing for Arsenal
“Gyokeres has scored just eight goals since he signed for Arsenal and was replaced by Jesus in the second half of a 0-0 draw at Nottingham Forest on Saturday.”
Jesus to help Viktor Gyokeres find form at ArsenalThe Namibian
Viktor Gyokeres has struggled this season
“Jesus started in place of summer signing Viktor Gyokeres, who has struggled this season but made sure of the win with a fine shot in the 84th minute, and the former Manchester City striker offered a threat all game.”
Jesus fires Arsenal past Inter and into Champions League last 16The Namibian
Viktor Gyokeres scored from the penalty spot in Arsenal's 1-0 win at Everton
“Jesus could take the place of Viktor Gyokeres, who, despite scoring from the penalty spot in Arsenal's 1-0 win at Everton on Saturday, has not found the back of the net from open play in his past six appearances.”
Jesus could start for Arsenal in League Cup, says ArtetaKylian Mbappe scored twice and Michael Olise was in scintillating form as France beat Sweden 3-0 at the World Cup and set up a last-16 clash with Paraguay. Mbappe moved level with Lionel Messi on six goals in the golden boot race and now has 18 World Cup goals in total, one behind Messi's record of 19.
1 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Kylian Mbappe scored twice and Michael Olise was in scintillating form as France beat Sweden 3-0 at the World Cup and set up a last-16 clash with Paraguay. Mbappe moved level with Lionel Messi on six goals in the golden boot race and now has 18 World Cup goals in total, one behind Messi's record of 19.
1 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Japan drew 1-1 with Sweden on Thursday to advance from World Cup Group F behind the Netherlands, setting up a last-32 match against Brazil. Sweden also qualified as one of the best third-placed finishers.
26 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey both scored twice as the Netherlands defeated Sweden 5-1 in Houston. The win put the Dutch on top of Group F with four points from two games, ahead of Sweden on three points.
20 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Sweden qualified for the World Cup through UEFA Nations League playoffs after a disastrous qualifying campaign that saw them finish bottom of their group with just two points from six matches. Under new coach Graham Potter, Sweden will face the Netherlands, Japan, and Tunisia in Group F, aiming to extend their run of reaching the knockout phase at each of the past four World Cups they qualified for.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain meet in Saturday's Champions League final in a clash of styles—PSG with continental attacking prowess against Mikel Arteta's pragmatic, defensive Arsenal, who have conceded only six goals in 14 matches while PSG have let in 22.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions on Tuesday after Manchester City were held 1-1 by Bournemouth, ending a 22-year drought. Mikel Arteta's side held off City's challenge to seal the title with one game to spare, with goalkeeper David Raya's performances and set-piece dominance identified as key factors in their success.
20 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal beat Burnley 1-0 on Monday to open a five-point lead at the top of the Premier League, putting them on the brink of ending a 22-year wait for the title. The Gunners could be crowned champions as early as Tuesday if Manchester City fail to win at Bournemouth.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal defeated Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the Champions League semi-final second leg, with Bukayo Saka scoring late in the first half to send the team to the final in Budapest on May 30 for the first time since 2006.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal reached the Champions League semi-finals after a goalless draw against Sporting Lisbon secured a 1-0 aggregate victory, though the Gunners played below par and will face Atletico Madrid next. Despite the progression, Arsenal's recent struggles—including losses to Manchester City, Southampton, and Bournemouth—have raised questions about the team's character as they chase the Premier League title.
16 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Mikel Arteta has rejected fatigue as an excuse for Arsenal's recent poor form, urging his side to beat Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League quarter-final second leg despite injuries and a gruelling fixture schedule. Arsenal hold a 1-0 lead from the first leg and are also preparing for a crucial Premier League showdown against Manchester City on Sunday.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday, losing ground in the Premier League title race and handing momentum back to Manchester City, who have two games in hand. Liverpool beat Fulham 2-0 to strengthen their Champions League qualification hopes.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to second-tier Southampton in the FA Cup quarter-finals, with Mikel Arteta criticizing his side's sloppy defending and inability to capitalize on chances. The loss compounds the Premier League leaders' recent struggles following a League Cup final defeat to Manchester City.
5 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Viktor Gyokeres scored a dramatic late winner to send Sweden to the 2026 World Cup with a 3-2 victory over Poland in their European playoff final. Sweden, which returns to the World Cup after eight years away, joins the Netherlands, Japan and Tunisia in Group F.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Max Dowman, 16, became the Premier League's youngest ever goalscorer as Arsenal defeated Everton 2-0 to extend their lead over Manchester City to nine points. City drew 1-1 with West Ham, continuing their recent struggles in the title race.
15 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal moved seven points clear at the top of the English Premier League after Bukayo Saka's goal secured a 1-0 win against Brighton, while second-placed Manchester City was held to a 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal defeated 10-man Chelsea 2-1 in a Premier League match decided by set-piece excellence, with Jurrien Timber's second-half header securing the win after William Saliba had opened the scoring from a corner. The victory reestablished Arsenal's five-point lead over Manchester City with nine games remaining in their pursuit of a first English title since 2004.
2 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Premier League leaders Arsenal host Chelsea on Sunday with a five-point lead over Manchester City, who have a game in hand and vow to keep fighting for the title. Tottenham face relegation fears and cannot afford another loss in their battle to stay up.
28 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Eberechi Eze scored twice as Arsenal defeated Tottenham 4-1 on Sunday to restore a five-point lead in the Premier League title race. Liverpool also won 1-0 at Nottingham Forest with a 97th-minute goal from Alexis Mac Allister.
23 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal defeated Sunderland 3-0 with Viktor Gyokeres scoring twice to move nine points clear at the top of the Premier League. Manchester United defeated Tottenham 2-0, with Tottenham's Cristian Romero receiving a red card early in the match, leaving Tottenham in 14th place and intensifying calls for manager Thomas Frank's dismissal.
8 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Despite a 3-2 home loss to Manchester United that reopened questions about mental strength, Arsenal remain four points clear atop the Premier League with 15 games remaining and opportunities in the Champions League, domestic cups, and the title race against inconsistent rivals City and Aston Villa.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Gabriel Jesus has said Viktor Gyokeres' difficult start at Arsenal is "not easy" but that the team will support him, noting that no player has a guaranteed spot at the club. Jesus, returning from injury, will likely start for Arsenal's Champions League clash against Inter Milan on Tuesday.
21 January 2026 · New Era →
Arsenal defeated Inter Milan 3-1 in the Champions League to secure a top-eight finish, with Gabriel Jesus scoring twice in the first half to push the Gunners into the last 16. The victory gave Arsenal their seventh straight league phase win and left them six points clear at the top of the classification.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →