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Max Dowman, 15, Wins England U19 Penalty as England U21 Promotion Is Considered

Arsenal are managing the teenager’s rise after his record Champions League debut.

Overview

  • Dowman started for England U19s and earned the penalty for the opener in a 2-0 Euro 2026 qualifying win over Lithuania.
  • England U21 coach Lee Carsley is monitoring Dowman for a potential step up, according to the Daily Mail, while stressing his age and the need for balance.
  • The Arsenal midfielder recently became the youngest player ever to appear in the Champions League, featuring against Slavia Prague before turning 16.
  • He has a growing track record of drawing fouls in the box, having won spot-kicks in preseason versus Newcastle and Villarreal and on his senior debut against Leeds.
  • Arsenal’s academy depth was also on show as 18-year-old Demiane Agustien scored for the Netherlands U19s in a 7-0 qualifier against Cyprus.