Overview
- Against Chelsea, Viktor Gyokeres had minimal attacking impact, completing six passes in 76 minutes and losing seven duels, according to Arsenal Insider’s analysis.
- Arsenal staff have long flagged his duel strength as a concern, and the Chelsea display reinforced those internal worries reported by the outlet.
- Mikel Arteta publicly praised Gyokeres as an incredible striker and said improved understanding with teammates and the league is key to unlocking his best form.
- Gyokeres remains on 15 goals this season, leaving him one short of Didier Drogba’s first-season tally of 16 in England, a milestone fans had been tracking before the Chelsea match.
- Questions about consistency persist, with a significant share of his goals and assists arriving in clusters, including multiple braces noted this season.