‘Dowman Is a Joy to Watch’ – Timber Hails Arsenal’s 15-Year-Old Sensation Shines in Historic Debut

Arsenal’s 5–0 victory over Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium was not only a showcase of attacking brilliance—it was the stage for a historic Premier League debut.

At just 15 years and 235 days old, Max Dowman became the second-youngest player in Arsenal’s history to feature in a top-flight match, earning praise from teammates, pundits, and fans alike.

Speaking after the match, defender Jurrien Timber, who scored twice and assisted once, summed up the mood:

‘Playing today against grown men… he is a joy to watch. For the crowd too, he is a joy to watch. Hopefully, he will have many amazing years here.’

Dowman entered the match in the 64th minute, replacing Noni Madueke, and wasted no time making an impact. His fearless dribbling and composure on the ball drew immediate applause, and in stoppage time, he won the penalty that Viktor Gyökeres converted for Arsenal’s fifth goal.