Viktor Gyokeres reflected on a disappointing loss following a dramatic match against Aston Villa. The late goal from Emi Buendia in the dying moments of the game ended their impressive 18-game unbeaten streak in all competitions.
Match Overview
The contest took place at Villa Park, where Matty Cash initially gave Aston Villa the lead. However, Arsenal responded through Leandro Trossard, equalizing late in the game. As the match seemed to be ending in a draw, Villa snatched a victory with Buendia’s late effort.
Key Highlights
- Date: December 2023
- Location: Villa Park
- Final Score: Aston Villa 2, Arsenal 1
- Last-minute Goal: Emi Buendia
- Arsenal’s Unbeaten Streak: 18 matches
Despite dominating the match with nine shots on target, Arsenal failed to secure a point. Emiliano Martinez, Villa’s goalkeeper, was crucial in keeping his team in the game, showcasing exceptional skills in goal.
Gyokeres’ Reflections
Gyokeres expressed disappointment over the result but remained positive about the team’s performance. He emphasized the importance of learning from this encounter as they look to bounce back in future matches.
“It’s not a great feeling right now, but it’s only December and there are a lot of games to play,” he said. Gyokeres highlighted the need to continue creating chances. “We have to keep creating chances and get shots on goal because then you’ll eventually score more goals,” he added.
Looking Ahead
The Swedish striker is focused on the upcoming fixtures and believes the team can return to their winning ways. “If we focus on what we can control and do in our favour and focus on the next game, we’ll be better,” he noted.
As Arsenal prepares for their next match, the team aims to turn this hard loss into motivation, reinforcing their resolve to initiate a new unbeaten streak.
