Overview
- Dowman, aged 15 years and 308 days, entered for Leandro Trossard in the second half to become the competition’s first 15-year-old and break Youssoufa Moukoko’s mark of 16 years, 18 days.
- Reports differ on the exact substitution minute, but all accounts confirm his appearance in the 3-0 victory in Prague.
- Mikel Arteta praised Dowman’s personality and bravery on the ball, noting his willingness to take on defenders and draw fouls.
- This season he has already become Arsenal’s youngest-ever starter in the Carabao Cup and the Premier League’s second-youngest player, building on earlier youth records.
- Media report he has agreed a scholarship with Arsenal ahead of turning 16, with the club applying safeguarding and education measures as FIFA rules bar a professional contract until 17.