Gyokeres Double Shines as Arsenal Crush Atletico 4-0

Arsenal 4-0 Atletico Madrid: Ruthless Gunners Blow Away Visitors with Set-Piece Masterclass

Arsenal maintained their flawless start to the Champions League group stage with a thumping 4-0 victory over Atletico Madrid, powered by a quick-fire four-goal burst and Viktor Gyokeres’ clinical double.

After a tense first half at the Emirates Stadium, Gabriel Magalhaes broke the deadlock in the 57th minute, sparking a devastating 14-minute spell that overwhelmed Diego Simeone’s typically resilient side.

First-Half Frustration Turns to Second-Half Frenzy

Arsenal came out sharp early on, with Eberechi Eze striking the bar via a deflected effort, while Atletico nearly capitalized on a high-positioned David Raya, as Julian Alvarez attempted a long-range lob.

The first half ended goalless, but the momentum shifted after the break. A precise Declan Rice free-kick found Gabriel, who rose highest to power in a header and ignite the Emirates crowd.

Three minutes later, Gabriel Martinelli doubled the lead with a composed finish after a surging run by Myles Lewis-Skelly, who made an impressive Champions League debut.

Then came the moment Viktor Gyokeres had been waiting for—his first goal in eight games, scrappily turned in after chaos in the box.

The Swedish striker didn’t stop there. Just three minutes later, he bagged his second with a crisp finish from a Gabriel knockdown, sealing the 4-0 rout.

Set-Piece Power: Arsenal’s Secret Weapon

Mikel Arteta’s men have become set-piece specialists, and this game added to their growing reputation. Arsenal now have 10 set-piece goals (excluding penalties) this season—a tally only Inter Milan can match across Europe’s top leagues.

Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka have been central to this threat. Since Rice’s arrival in 2023, only Hakan Calhanoglu (11) has more dead-ball assists than the England midfielder (10).

Gabriel, a consistent aerial presence, once again provided the spark when Arsenal needed it most, just as he did against Newcastle last month.

What’s Next for the Gunners?

Arsenal remain top of their Champions League group with three wins from three and zero goals conceded. Attention now turns to the Premier League as they prepare to host Crystal Palace on Sunday in a London derby.

With Gyokeres finding form, Martinelli electric, and set-pieces firing, Arsenal look ready to challenge on multiple fronts this season.