Max Dowman: Arsenal youngster shows his class
Max Dowman is the third 16-year-old to score for Arsenal in a League Cup game
TL;DR
- Max Dowman, 16, scored two goals in Arsenal's 4-2 Carabao Cup win against Ipswich Town.
- Manager Mikel Arteta advised caution regarding Dowman's development, despite his talent.
- Dowman became the second 16-year-old to score two goals in a game for a Premier League side, after Wayne Rooney.
- Dowman broke several records last season, including becoming the youngest Champions League player and Premier League starter for Arsenal.
- Former Arsenal player Mikel Merino praised Dowman's talent and eagerness to learn.
- Dowman is the third 16-year-old to score for Arsenal in the League Cup, joining Cesc Fabregas and Jack Wilshere.