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Viktor Gyokeres’ goal drought was a topic of conversation at Mikel Arteta’s press conference. Despite the Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Olympiacos last Wednesday, October 1st, in the Champions League match, the former Sporting player once again failed to score, something that has already prompted a response from the Spanish coach.

“What I feel is that he’s doing better with every game that passes. Today, he was denied a few times. On one occasion, it was due to blocks, and on another, he hit the post, but I think that, overall, his performance was exceptional,” said the Gunners’ coach at the press conference.

Next, Mikel Arteta highlighted the work Viktor Gyokeres did for the team throughout the match: “Once again, his work rate was very good, and yes, we want him to score goals, but if he doesn’t, at least let him keep doing everything he’s been doing for the team, because he’s helping a lot.”

“I think we have to play according to our qualities, and when we have players up front who also have speed, with that timing in their runs, who can activate that, we have to take full advantage of them, 100%. He did that against Newcastle and that’s the kind of game I want from him,” concluded the Spanish coach.

This season, wearing the Arsenal shirt, Viktor Gyokeres – valued at 75 million euros – has played a total of nine matches. Under Mikel Arteta’s guidance, the former Sporting striker has played 662 minutes and scored three goals.

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