Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres sensationally broke a nine-game scoring drought for Arsenal, netting two rapid goals during his Champions League debut in a dominant victory over Atlético Madrid.
Gyökeres scored both goals in a span of just three minutes on Tuesday. These marked his first goals for the club in Europe’s premier competition.
The Swedish forward’s contributions were Arsenal’s third and fourth goals of the match. His quick brace secured a commanding win over the Spanish side.
The quick succession of goals marked a significant return to form for Gyökeres. He had previously struggled to find the back of the net for Arsenal across nine consecutive appearances.
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Social media erupted following his first goal, with a post from DAZN Portugal celebrating his opener. It quickly dubbed him “the man in the mask.”
The man in the mask is back ????? @ChampionsLeague | @Arsenal 3 x 0 @Atleti#DAZNChampions #DAZNSolverde pic.twitter.com/XCCx8I8LkD
— DAZN Portugal (@DAZNPortugal) October 21, 2025
A subsequent post confirmed his second strike. It highlighted the brace that cemented Arsenal’s lead.
GYÖKERES’ BRACE ???? @ChampionsLeague | @Arsenal 4 x 0 @Atleti#DAZNChampions #DAZNSolverde pic.twitter.com/m5W6Ilhrgl
— DAZN Portugal (@DAZNPortugal) October 21, 2025