Overview

• The 15-year-old came on in the 64th minute against Leeds United and won a late penalty in Arsenal’s 5-0 victory at the Emirates.
• SofaScore data credited him with five ground duels won and a 100% tackle success rate (2/2) on debut.
• He became the second-youngest player to receive senior minutes for Arsenal, trailing only Ethan Nwaneri, and the youngest to make a competitive matchday squad at the Emirates.
• Wayne Rooney lauded his fearlessness and decision-making on a BBC podcast, while Rio Ferdinand highlighted his composure, calling his mentality as good as it gets.
• Bukayo Saka has been ruled out of the trip to Anfield with a hamstring injury, and local analysis suggests Dowman could be considered for the bench as an impact option.