Everton Starlet Harrison Armstrong Shines for England U19
You’ve got to talk about Harrison Armstrong right now—he’s been on fire for England’s Under-19s lately. The Everton youngster continued his remarkable run in the national youth setup, proving once again why he’s considered one of the most promising talents coming through the ranks. In a thrilling international friendly against Spain at the Pinatar Arena in Murcia, Armstrong came off the bench and immediately made an impact. Not only was he handed the captain’s armband when he was introduced in the 69th minute, but he also played a pivotal role in a dramatic finish that saw England snatch a late equalizer.
Spain looked set to claim a 3-2 victory after taking a late penalty, but Armstrong wasn’t having any of it. In the 87th minute, he calmly tapped in a cross from Liverpool youngster Rio Ngumoha, leveling the score and sending the English bench into celebration. His influence on the game was unmistakable, and it reinforced the trust that England’s coaching staff clearly have in him. This was actually Armstrong’s second milestone appearance in quick succession. Just a few days earlier, he had captained the side from the start in a 2-0 win over Ukraine, showing leadership that goes beyond his years. Taking the armband in back-to-back matches really underlines the esteem in which he’s held within the international setup.
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It’s not just Armstrong making waves, either. Will Antwi’s squad also featured Ngumoha, Arsenal’s Max Dowman—both of whom have already played for their respective first teams this season—and Fulham’s Josh King, who unfortunately had a goal disallowed by VAR last weekend against Chelsea. Armstrong himself has already tasted Premier League action, coming on as a substitute for Jack Grealish in Everton’s win over Brighton. His performances have been eye-catching, particularly in the Carabao Cup win over Mansfield Town, where he was named man of the match. That performance left Everton manager David Moyes in a dilemma: should Armstrong stay with the first team, or should he go out on loan to gain more regular minutes?
Ultimately, the decision was made to send Armstrong on loan to Preston in the Championship, following the deadline-day arrival of Merlin Rohl. So, once his international duties are over, the teenager will begin an exciting new chapter in the Championship, where his development will continue in earnest. Armstrong wasn’t the only Everton player involved, either. Young goalkeeper Douglass Lukjanciks played the full 90 minutes for England, showcasing the club’s growing influence at youth international level.
All in all, Armstrong’s performances are creating plenty of buzz. The way he commands the armband, scores crucial goals, and displays maturity beyond his years makes it clear that England—and Everton—have a real gem on their hands.
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