Viktor Gyökeres scored a hat-trick as Sweden defeated Ukraine 3-1 in a World Cup playoff semifinal in Stockholm. The 27-year-old striker, who joined Arsenal from Sporting Lisbon this season, has scored 16 goals in 42 competitive matches for his new club. Ukraine's coach Sergiy Rebrov reportedly praised Gyökeres after the match, saying he played fantastically and made the difference, according to ESPN.
Sweden's coach Graham Potter reportedly said Gyökeres' performance was incredible, highlighting his target play and defensive responsibility, according to ESPN. Sweden will now face Poland in the playoff final at home in Stockholm on Tuesday. Pontus Wernbloom reportedly hailed the performance with a sense of national pride.
he played fantastically and made the difference
Gyökeres' performance was incredible, highlighting his target play and defensive responsibility