Gyokeres completed his medical in London and signed a 5-year contract with Arsenal on 26/7. The Swedish striker then flew to Singapore to join his new club for their Asian tour.
He arrived at the Singapore National Stadium wearing a white shirt and black trousers. After greeting the Arsenal staff, the 27-year-old center-forward changed into an Arsenal jersey with the number 14 and waved to the fans.
Many of the 38,720 fans in attendance imitated Gyokeres' "mask" goal celebration.
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Many fans imitate Viktor Gyokeres' "mask" goal celebration. Photo: Tribuna |
Many fans imitate Viktor Gyokeres' "mask" goal celebration. Photo: Tribuna
Gyokeres' presence seemed to motivate Kai Havertz, Arsenal's most advanced attacker. The German forward started and played a role in Arsenal's two first-half goals, turning the game around after Anthony Elanga opened the scoring in the 6th minute.
In the 33rd minute, Havertz received a pass from Leandro Trossard, controlled the ball with his right foot, then laid it off with his left for Mikel Merino to score with a first-time shot past a stranded Nick Pope. Two minutes later, the German player crossed from the left, leading to an own goal by defender Alex Murphy.
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Kai Havertz (right) celebrates with Bukayo Saka during Arsenal's 3-2 win over Newcastle at the Singapore National Stadium on 27/7. Photo: Arsenal FC |
Kai Havertz (right) celebrates with Bukayo Saka during Arsenal's 3-2 win over Newcastle at the Singapore National Stadium on 27/7. Photo: Arsenal FC
In the second half, Jacob Murphy leveled the score at 2-2 with a shot from outside the box. Manager Mikel Arteta then brought on 15-year-old Max Dowman, who immediately made an impact.
In the 82nd minute, Dowman burst into the penalty area from the right wing and was brought down by Joelinton, earning a penalty. Captain Martin Odegaard converted the spot-kick with a powerful shot to the left, securing a 3-2 victory.
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Martin Odegaard celebrates the winning goal with 15-year-old Max Dowman. Photo: Arsenal FC |
Martin Odegaard celebrates the winning goal with 15-year-old Max Dowman. Photo: Arsenal FC
After the Singapore tour, Gyokeres and his teammates will travel to Hong Kong for a friendly against Tottenham on 31/7, before returning to London to face Villarreal on 6/8 and Bilbao on 9/8.
Compiled by Hong Duy
