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Arsenal's 15-Year-Old Max Dowman in Frame for Carabao Cup Start After Madueke Injury

Noni Madueke's two‑month layoff elevates the 15‑year‑old's chances of Cup involvement.

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Dowman has made two league appearances this season and won a penalty against Leeds
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Overview

  • David Ornstein reports Madueke faces roughly two months out with a knee issue sustained against Manchester City.
  • Media predictions place Dowman in contention to start at Port Vale in the Carabao Cup, a decision that would set a new club mark for youngest starter.
  • Jack Porter's benchmark of 16 years and 72 days would be surpassed if Dowman, still 15, is named in the XI.
  • Mikel Arteta signaled rotation for the tie, noting several players deserve minutes, with Kepa Arrizabalaga tipped for a debut and changes expected across the back line and midfield.
  • Dowman has already featured off the bench in the Premier League, winning a penalty on debut at Leeds, appearing against Liverpool, earning an England U19 call-up, and becoming Arsenal’s youngest U21 scorer.