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Pressure Mounts on Gyokeres Amid Criticism and Competition

1/2/2026

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Viktor Gyokeres (Arsenal forward) is under scrutiny after a string of poor performances, including a missed chance in the 2-1 win over Brighton.
Paul Merson (sport pundit) criticized Gyokeres for failing to score from a prime position.
Jamie Carragher (pundit) said Gyokeres should be benched since Gabriel Jesus has returned to form.
With Kai Havertz back, Gyokeres faces pressure to improve or risk losing his starting place.

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Story summary

Viktor Gyokeres (Arsenal forward) is under scrutiny after a string of poor performances, including a missed chance in the 2-1 win over Brighton.
Paul Merson (sport pundit) criticized Gyokeres for failing to score from a prime position.
Jamie Carragher (pundit) said Gyokeres should be benched since Gabriel Jesus has returned to form.
With Kai Havertz back, Gyokeres faces pressure to improve or risk losing his starting place.