Gyökeres’ Hat Trick Ignites Wild 4-4 Thriller in Portuguese League
viktor Gyökeres,fresh off a stellar 2024 season where he netted 62 goals,has continued his red-hot form into 2025. The Swedish international striker delivered a breathtaking hat trick for sporting Lisbon in their away match against Vitoria Guimarães in the Portuguese Primeira Liga.
Gyökeres wasted no time making his mark, giving Sporting the early lead just two minutes into the game. “The national team striker gave Sporting Lisbon the lead away to Vitoria Guimarães in the Portuguese league after just two minutes,” a sporting spokesperson confirmed.However, Vitoria quickly responded, equalizing shortly after. Undeterred, Gyökeres showcased his prowess once more, powering Sporting back into the lead with his second goal within the first fifteen minutes of play.
The second half saw Gyökeres complete his hat trick in the 57th minute, extending Sporting’s lead to 3-1. At this point, a pleasant Sporting victory seemed likely. With this performance, Gyökeres now boasts an impressive 21 goals in just 17 league games this season, solidifying his status as one of europe’s most prolific strikers.
But the match was far from over. Vitoria Guimarães staged a remarkable comeback, eventually taking the lead. The tension mounted until the very last seconds. In the 97th minute, Francisco Trincão rescued a point for Sporting, scoring to finalize the dramatic 4-4 draw. “then Francisco Trincão stepped forward and made it 4-4, which was the final score,” a match reporter stated.
Gyökeres’ performance highlights the exciting talent emerging in European football and underscores the unpredictable nature of the Portuguese league. His continued success will undoubtedly be a key factor in Sporting Lisbon’s season, and his impressive goal-scoring record will keep him in the spotlight for years to come.
