5 talking points as Max Dowman dazzles for Arsenal in rampant win over Ipswich
Max Dowman scored twice as Arsenal cruised through to the fourth round of the Carabao Cup with a comfortable 4-2 victory over Ipswich.
TL;DR
- Max Dowman scored two goals, and Noni Madueke and Mikel Merino added one each for Arsenal.
- Arsenal has now won seven consecutive games in all competitions, their best start to a season under Mikel Arteta.
- Both managers made numerous changes to their starting lineups for the Carabao Cup match.
- Dowman's performance, including two classy goals, highlighted his potential.
- Noni Madueke scored, potentially boosting his case for an England call-up.
- Martin Zubimendi played in a new right-back role and provided an assist but struggled defensively.
- Viktor Gyokeres had a quiet game with only one shot.
- Ipswich has now failed to progress beyond the third round of the Carabao Cup in 15 seasons.