Gyökeres Opens Arsenal Account as Gunners Cap Pre-Season with Convincing 3–0 Triumph

Arsenal supporters erupted in celebration as Viktor Gyökeres finally opened his goal-scoring account during their final pre-season friendly of the summer.

Match Result & Goal Scorers

In a commanding 3-0 win over Athletic Bilbao at the Emirates Cup, Gyökeres opened the scoring just after the 30-minute mark. He powered home a superb header from a pinpoint Martin Zubimendi cross, marking his first goal in Arsenal colours . Bukayo Saka swiftly doubled the lead in the 37th minute with a composed finish . Later in the second half, substitute Kai Havertz sealed the emphatic victory with a fine solo goal .

Fan Reactions on Social Media

Arsenal fans flooded social media with enthusiastic messages following Gyökeres’ breakthrough. One supporter declared, “Ladies and gentlemen, Gyökeres has arrived.” Another raved, “Gyökeres has arrived—what a header.” Comments like “The type of goal we have been missing for so long… Great pass, perfect finish! More of this…” and “Gyökeres’ first goal in the books and a beauty header,” were among the many celebratory posts. Several also highlighted the emerging partnership, remarking, “Zubimendi and Gyökeres. A new partnership has been established.” 

Gyökeres received a heartfelt standing ovation from the Emirates crowd upon being substituted in the 70th minute—a fitting tribute to his long-awaited milestone .