Viktor Gyokeres joins Forsberg and Ljungberg in Champions League scoring record

Viktor Gyokeres has been directly involved in 16 goals in the Champions League, with 12 goals and four assists to his name.

That total places him joint second among Swedish players, alongside Forsberg and Freddie Ljungberg.

Only Zlatan Ibrahimovic has contributed to more Champions League goals for Sweden. Ibrahimovic recorded 48 goals and 24 assists in the competition.

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