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Max Dowman Becomes Youngest Premier League Scorer

Max Dowman Becomes Youngest Premier League Scorer

On Saturday, Arsenal's Max Dowman made history by becoming the youngest goalscorer in Premier League history at 16 years and 73 days during a 2-0 victory against Everton. Dowman provided a crucial assist to Viktor Gyökeres, breaking the deadlock in the 89th minute, and later scored himself by slotting the ball into an empty net after Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford ventured forward during stoppage time.

This performance came after Dowman had already set records earlier in the season as Arsenal's youngest starter and the youngest player in Champions League history at age 15. Arsenal's current coach, Mikel Arteta, praised Dowman for his composure under pressure, noting that he does not feel the typical pressures associated with such high-stakes moments.

The victory allowed Arsenal to open a 10-point lead over Manchester City, with two games in hand, as they continue their pursuit of the Premier League title.

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