Max Dowman made Premier League history for ArsenalArsenal's 16-year-old phenomenon Max Dowman became the youngest ever goalscorer in the Premier League with an extraordinary injury-time goal during his team's 2-0 victory over Everton on Saturday. An English football prodigy, Dowman - at 16 years, 73 days - was participating in just his third Premier League match after two previous substitute appearances at the start of the season. He surpassed the record of former Everton player James Vaughan, who was 16 years, 270 days when he scored against Crystal Palace in 2005. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTTo comply with Premier League rules for players under 18, Dowman must change into his Arsenal kit in a separate changing room from his senior team-mates for training sessions and matches. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTThe win over Everton sent Arsenal 10 points clear at the top of the table and team-mate Viktor Gyokeres, who also scored, said: "It's incredible.

Source: Express March 15, 2026 01:15 UTC