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Arteta raves about 'special' Dowman as 15-year-old steals show

Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta was full of praise for teenage sensation Max Dowman after the 15-year-old delivered a standout display in a pre-season win over Newcastle. Dowman won a penalty and impressed with his pace and confidence, leaving fans and coaches stunned. Arteta labelled the youngster’s impact as 'special' after a strong outing at the Singapore National Stadium.

Dowman, you star! 15-year-old steals show for Arsenal

Arsenal pipped Newcastle to a 3-2 win in Singapore, after 15-year-old Max Dowman won an 83rd minute penalty which was converted by Martin Odegaard.

Arteta hails Arsenal wonderkid Dowman but refuses to outline plan

Mikel Arteta has hailed 15-year-old Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman after he made his senior debut against AC Milan on Wednesday.

Saka & Dowman shine - but Arsenal clearly need Gyokeres

Arsenal opened their pre-season tour of Asia with a 1-0 win against AC Milan, with Bukayo Saka scoring the only goal in Singapore.

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Arsenal's great hope! Wonderkid Dowman joins first team training

Arsenal’s preparations for the 2025-26 season are underway, and one of the most eye-catching developments at London Colney this week has been the presence of 15-year-old prodigy Max Dowman in first-team training. The highly rated youngster was involved in the senior squad’s pre-season fitness and technical sessions on Wednesday, joining a host of established stars on the pitch including Bukayo Saka.

Dowman is special! Arsenal sensation shines in England U17 draw

The young Gunner caught the eye as England's Under-17s were held to a 1-1 draw by Belgium in their opening match of the tournament.

Arteta promises 15-year-old a first-team spot at Arsenal next season

Mikel Arteta has promised 15-year-old wonderkid Max Dowman that he will be part of the Arsenal senior squad next season.

Six future England stars to watch at the U17 Euros

Neil Ryan's squad is packed with talent, with plenty who have the potential to become household names in the coming years

Arteta hails 15-year-old Arsenal ace Dowman as a 'big talent'

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta may have teased an upcoming first-team debut for 15-year-old Max Dowman after hailing him as a "big talent".

NXGN 2025: England's top 20 teenage wonderkids

The Three Lions aren't short of talented young players but the conveyor belt is showing no signs of slowing down as a new generation emerges

Arsenal v Paris Saint-Germain - UEFA Youth League 2024/25

Arsenal BLOCKED from playing Dowman due to Premier League rules

Mikel Arteta revealed Arsenal have been blocked from playing 15-year-old sensation Max Dowman due to the Premier League rules over age group.

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