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Max Dowman, a 15-year-old youth training player, made a substitute

7:18pm, 24 July 2025Football

Arsenal's 15-year-old "genius boy" made a stunning debut, and his calm performance against Milan caused heated discussion

In a pre-season friendly match between Arsenal and AC Milan in Asia, the 15-year-old youth training young player Max Dowman made a substitute and made an amazing informal debut. After the game, his wonderful performance in the game quickly sparked heated discussions on social media, and also made Gunners fans excited.

15-year-old genius, who has broken the team history record, has not yet completed the GCSE (British Secondary Education Certificate Examination), made history as early as December last year and became the youngest player in the Premier League second division in the Arsenal echelon. He was only 14 years old at the time.

Due to age restrictions, he was unable to represent the first team in official games last season. However, coach Arteta has long noticed his unique potential and has given him valuable opportunities to play in this summer's preseason.

vs. Milan, a substitute is a threat.

In the match against AC Milan on July 23, Doman replaced Saka in the 65th minute. Shortly after he got on the court, he used a very threatening low shot to get out of the post, which aroused the whole audience's surprise.

Throughout the game, he showed calmness and confidence beyond his age: he ran agile, had a steady ball possession, and even scored a penalty in the game, contributing key goals to the team.

Doman's performance quickly sparked heated discussion on social media:

"It's incredible to have such confidence and performance at the age of 15!"

"I dare say that Arsenal now has the best youth training products in England."

"He was not afraid when he was on the court, constantly interspersing in the middle and actively receiving the ball. It's amazing to have such strength and flexibility at this age."

Rice had previously publicly praised Doman on the show: "He is the strongest player in England's 15-year-old age. Although there is still a long way to go, his talent, family support and professional attitude make him doomed."

With his steady performance against a high-level team like Milan, Doman not only showed his potential, but also showed that he was ready to attack the first team. Fans have reason to look forward to this "child prodigy" will strive for more opportunities to play in the upcoming 2025/26 season and become an important member of Arsenal's future.

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