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"More goals than Mbappé and Haaland: The remarkable rise of Viktor Gyökeres at Sporting"
Portugal 24, January 2023
In a season that has already seen breathtaking displays from the likes of Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland, one name that continues to emerge as a giant-killer is that of Viktor Gyökeres, the 22-year-old Swedish striker who is making waves at Sporting Lisbon.
With an impressive return of 18 goals in just 21 appearances for the Portuguese giants, Gyökeres has propelled himself to the forefront of the goal-scoring charts, surpassing even the mighty Mbappé and Haaland.
Gyökeres’ astonishing form has caught the attention of football fans worldwide, with many now wondering whether he has the potential to become a genuine force at the highest level. Sporting’s director of football, Hugo Viana, hailed Gyökeres’ incredible talent, saying, "Viktor has been an absolute revelation. His movement, his finish, his overall game… he has everything it takes to succeed at the top level."
Gyökeres’ rapid rise can be attributed to his unwavering work ethic and dedication to improvement. In an interview with Portuguese daily newspaper O Jogo, Gyökeres reflected on his journey, stating, "I’ve worked incredibly hard to get where I am today. The coaches at Sporting have played a massive role in my development, and I’m just grateful to be able to contribute to the team’s success."
Gyökeres’ incredible strike rate has sparked rumors of interest from several top-tier clubs, including Barcelona and Manchester City. While speculation is inevitable, Gyökeres’ focus remains firmly on Sporting, determined to help the club challenge for major honors in the upcoming seasons.
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Through September 18, 2024, Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres had scored the second most goals (52 in 57 matches) by a player in a European top-10 league since the start of last season (trailing only Harry Kanes's 53 in 50 matches). Since then, Gyökeres has played in two more matches, tallying two more goals (so 54 in 59 matches).
Moreover, as of this past weekend, the 26 year old in 9 overall matches for Portugal powerhouse Sporting CP has already tallied 11 goals and 3 assists this season.
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