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Gyokeres Scores Penalty, Levels Arsenal-City Semi, Sets 27-Penalty Record

5/5/2026

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Gyokeres Levels

Viktor Gyokeres scored a penalty in the Champions League semi-final second leg at the Emirates, leveling the tie.
He reached 21 goals in all competitions this season, the most by an Arsenal newcomer since 2014-15.
Gyokeres set a club record with 27 consecutive penalties converted.
He contributed 17 goal involvements for Sweden, including a hat-trick against Ukraine and a winner over Poland, while Arteta still favours Julian Alvarez up front.

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Gyokeres Confidence

Gyokeres said his confidence surged after Sweden qualified for the World Cup.
He described his mindset as unshakeable, replacing doubts with strong belief in his abilities.
He noted a charged dressing-room atmosphere and players’ aim to translate that energy onto the pitch.
He stressed that preparation for upcoming high-stakes games must maintain focus and discipline, and that collective tournament progress, not personal achievements, drives his motivation.

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Gyokeres Levels

Viktor Gyokeres scored a penalty in the Champions League semi-final second leg at the Emirates, leveling the tie.
He reached 21 goals in all competitions this season, the most by an Arsenal newcomer since 2014-15.
Gyokeres set a club record with 27 consecutive penalties converted.
He contributed 17 goal involvements for Sweden, including a hat-trick against Ukraine and a winner over Poland, while Arteta still favours Julian Alvarez up front.

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