Max Dowman: How Arsenal history-maker stole show against Everton

Saturday’s match with Everton looked like it was going to be a frustrating day at the office for the Gunners, who appeared to be set to miss their chance to extend their lead over Manchester City at the top of the league.

Their attack was not quite clicking and in the first half Arsenal were denied a penalty when Kai Havertz tangled with Michael Keane in the penalty area.

But with the scores level, Arteta turned to 16-year-old Dowman, alongside £64m summer signing Viktor Gyokeres, and the youngster turned the game in his side’s favour.

Dowman took the ball in dangerous areas and did not look fazed with the situation of the game as he tried to take on defenders at will.

He played a huge part in the opening goal as it was his cross…

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