{"id":1924,"date":"2026-04-03T08:15:19","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T08:15:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sportings.com.ng\/?p=1924"},"modified":"2026-04-03T08:15:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T08:15:19","slug":"arteta-makes-a-huge-gyokeres-call-after-sweden-heroics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportings.com.ng\/?p=1924","title":{"rendered":"Arteta makes a huge Gyokeres call after Sweden heroics"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"content-main\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!--post-header--><\/p>\n<div id=\"post-feat-img\" class=\"left relative\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"attachment- size- wp-post-image ewww_webp_lazy_load\" alt=\"Arsenal FC\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33.jpg\" src-webp=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33.jpg.webp\" srcset-webp=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33-600x338.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33-768x432.jpg.webp 768w\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33.jpg\" class=\"attachment- size- wp-post-image\" alt=\"Arsenal FC\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Arsenal-FC-33.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"1200\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"675\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!--post-feat-text-->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p><!--post-feat-img--><\/p>\n<section class=\"social-sharing-top\">\n<p><span class=\"fb-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-facebook-f\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" onclick=\"window.open('http:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=Arsenal twist: Arteta makes a huge Gyokeres call after Sweden heroics -&amp;url=https:\/\/sixsports.in\/arsenal-twist-arteta-makes-a-huge-gyokeres-call-after-sweden-heroics\/', 'twitterShare', 'width=626,height=436'); return false;\" title=\"Share This Post\"><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"twitter-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-x-twitter\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"whatsapp-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-whatsapp fa-2\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"pinterest-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-pinterest-p\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"email-but\"><i class=\"fa fa-envelope fa-2\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Email<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<p><!--social-sharing-top--><\/p>\n<div class=\"sx-entity-card\">\n<div class=\"sx-entity-top\">\n<div class=\"sx-entity-logo\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"345\" height=\"350\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/arsenal_logo.avif\" alt=\"ARSENAL\"\/>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"sx-entity-description\">\n<p>            Arsenal is one of England\u2019s most prestigious football clubs, competing in the Premier League and European competitions like the UEFA Champions League. Known for its attacking style, rich history, and passionate fanbase, Arsenal has won numerous league titles and domestic\u2026            <a class=\"sx-entity-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/team\/arsenal\/\"><br \/>\n                Read More about ARSENAL\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Arsenal may have found the spark they were waiting for at the perfect time. A player who had a quiet start is now stepping up on a bigger stage. Viktor Gyokeres is showing signs of real confidence again. His recent performances on the national level could not have come at a more important moment. Arteta has made a call on the favour of Gyokeres.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sweden-heroics-put-gyokeres-in-spotlight\">Sweden Heroics Put Gyokeres in Spotlight<\/h2>\n<p>Viktor Gyokeres has once again shown why he is such an important player, both for club and country. <strong>The Gunners<\/strong> striker has played a key role in helping Sweden qualify for the 2026 World Cup. He scored a late winning goal in an important match. His performance was not a one time moment. This happens quite often. In the earlier play off match, he scored a hat trick. This shows his ability to step up when it matters the most.<\/p>\n<p>These performances of him have caught attention across Europe. More importantly, they have reminded Arsenal fans what he can do. Especially when he is full of confidence. At international level, he has now become a leader for Sweden. He is seen to be calm, he works hard, and takes chances when they come. That combination is what makes him so dangerous, mainly in big games.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-form-and-confidence-on-the-rise\">Form and Confidence on the Rise<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.transfermarkt.com\/viktor-gyokeres\/profil\/spieler\/325443\">Gyokeres\u2019<\/a> recent form shows clear improvement. Although he had a pretty mixed start to life at Arsenal. On a sharp contrast he is now looking sharper and more confident. Since joining on a transfer from Sporting CP, where he scored goals regularly. Expectations that were pinned on him was always high. But adapting to the <strong>Premier League<\/strong> takes time. His early months at the League was that adjustment period.<\/p>\n<p>Now, things are starting to change. His movement looks better. His finishing looks to be more composed, and he seems more involved in the team\u2019s play. Another key factor is rhythm as with more minutes, he is finding his touch. That is often the difference for strikers. Once confidence grows, goals usually come.<\/p>\n<p>He has both the physical strength and ability to hold up the ball. This also makes him very valuable. He can bring others into play, all this while still being a goal threat himself.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" alt=\"Arsenal FC\" class=\"wp-image-188188 ewww_webp_lazy_load\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133.jpg\" src-webp=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133.jpg.webp\" srcset-webp=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133-600x338.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133-768x432.jpg.webp 768w\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133.jpg\" alt=\"Arsenal FC\" class=\"wp-image-188188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-133-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-this-means-for-arsenal\">What This Means for Arsenal?<\/h2>\n<p>For Arsenal, this is very good news and it is at the right time. The team is entering an important stage of the season. A phase where every match matters. Having a striker in form can make a huge difference. Goals decide games, and players like Gyokeres can change results in a few key moments.<\/p>\n<p>There are also injury concerns in the squad. This makes his role even more important. Several players in the squad are dealing with fitness issues, Arsenal need reliable performers. Gyokeres\u2019 performances for Sweden also bring a mental boost. Scoring in big matches builds belief. This is the confidence that often carries itself back to club football.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.football.london\/arsenal-fc\/arsenal-news-viktor-gyokeres-sweden-33700170\">According to sources<\/a>manager Mikel Arteta is very pleased to see this development. A confident striker gives the team more attacking options. This option also reduces the pressure on the other players. At the same time, expectations will grow, the fans and the club will definitely expect more. <strong>Football<\/strong> fans will now hope that he can maintain this level and deliver consistently for Arsenal as well.<\/p>\n<p>In the end, Gyokeres\u2019 rise in form could not have come at a better time. 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