14-goal former Gunner scores 2 in 2 Champions League games | OneFootball

Former Arsenal academy striker Mika Biereth scored his second goal in two Champions League games on Wednesday, continuing his excellent form this season.

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Arsenal youth striker Mika Biereth left the club on a permanent deal over the summer, joining his former loan club Sturm Graz on a contract to 2028.

Though he’d impressed and won a couple of trophies on loan, the real test was to keep that early momentum going this season. So far, it’s a test Biereth has been ready for.

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Going into Wednesday’s Champions League game against Lille, the striker had 13 goals and five assists in 24 matches, including his first-ever Champions League goal in Sturm’s previous fixture against Girona.

Biereth made it two in two games on Wednesday, tapping home an equaliser as Sturm came back from 2-0 down to level at 2-2. Lille ultimately found a winner in the 81st minute, but it was another moment in the spotlight for the former Gunner.

With 19 goal contributions this season, Biereth is averaging one every 104 minutes.

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Biereth admitted recently that an eventual return to Arsenal would be “fantastic”, but insisted he’s currently focused on starring for his current club.

The Gunners sold Biereth to Sturm for £4m, a club record for the Austrian side. They’ve also included a sell-on clause in the deal, so his continued progress is good news for everyone.