Arsenal Wins Again, but Gyokeres Struggles with Scoring

London, England — Arsenal secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Fulham on October 18, 2025, maintaining their top position in the Premier League.

Despite the triumphant result, there are mounting concerns regarding summer signing Viktor Gyokeres, who has not scored in his last nine games for both club and country. The 27-year-old forward has netted only three goals in his 11 appearances for the Gunners since his high-profile transfer.

Manager Mikel Arteta defended Gyokeres after the match, stating, “He was very close today again, two or three times. We were all begging for him to score. The work rate he puts in for the team is phenomenal, so we try to give him support and love, and it will come.”

However, Gyokeres’ performance revealed a different story. He completed 5 of 9 pass attempts and won just 1 of 3 aerial duels. Many fans noted his lack of confidence, indecisiveness, and tendency to look isolated on the pitch. He has also squandered seven significant chances this season, drawing the ire of supporters who have been patient but are beginning to lose hope.

Arsenal fans expect Gyokeres to step up his game as they look ahead to a Champions League match against Atlético Madrid. The upcoming match in Madrid presents a formidable challenge against one of Europe’s toughest defenses, leaving Gyokeres with limited room for error.

As Gyokeres aims to silence the critics, time is running out for him to demonstrate his worth on the field.