France Football magazine presented the Gerd Müller Award to Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres during Monday evening's prestigious ceremony. The Arsenal forward earned this recognition as the world's best striker for 2025, building upon his extraordinary performance with Sporting Lisbon throughout the previous campaign. The striker's remarkable goal-scoring record during his time with the Portuguese club secured his place among football's elite performers. Former Portugal international Luis Figo made the official announcement at the Théâtre du Châtelet venue in central Paris. Gyökeres completed his transfer to the London club during the recent summer window.
The award celebrates the striker's phenomenal achievements across all competitions during the assessment period. His consistent performances helped establish new standards for forward play in European football. The Swedish international demonstrated exceptional finishing ability while representing both club and country. The recognition reflects his significant contribution to Sporting Lisbon's successful domestic campaigns. His goal-scoring prowess earned widespread acclaim from football analysts throughout the continent.
The award celebrates the striker's phenomenal achievements across all competitions during the assessment period. His consistent performances helped establish new standards for forward play in European football. The Swedish international demonstrated exceptional finishing ability while representing both club and country. The recognition reflects his significant contribution to Sporting Lisbon's successful domestic campaigns. His goal-scoring prowess earned widespread acclaim from football analysts throughout the continent.
