Overview

• Arsenal beat West Ham 2-0, yet Viktor Gyokeres went a sixth straight match without scoring after starting up front.
• Mikel Arteta ran onto the pitch to hug Gyokeres and thanked him for stretching defenses and creating space for teammates.
• BBC analysis notes three goals in 10 games and 23 chances with seven shots on target as Arsenal adopt a more direct approach, while Bukayo Saka appears to be first-choice on penalties.
• Club stance reported to TBR Football says Arsenal remain fully behind the £63–64m signing, citing his attitude, work-rate and fit with their evolving style.
• Pundit views split: Gary Lineker predicts goals will follow as service improves with Saka in form, while other outlets and Steve Nicol offered more critical or cautious assessments, with the international break seen as a chance to reset.