Harriman-Annous Debuts as Arsenal’s Youth Take Center Stage
It was a special night at the Emirates as Arsenal’s academy shone brightly once again. The spotlight was shared by two remarkable teenagers—Andre Harriman-Annous, making his senior debut, and Max Dowman, setting a new club record as Arsenal’s youngest ever starter at just 15 years and 302 days old.
Harriman-Annous, a 17-year-old forward who has steadily risen through the ranks at Hale End, was handed his big opportunity in the Carabao Cup clash against Brighton. Having impressed consistently at youth level, his inclusion in the starting lineup came as both a reward for his dedication and a reflection of Arsenal’s confidence in their next generation of talent. For a boyhood Arsenal fan, it was the kind of moment every young Gunner dreams about—stepping out onto the pitch wearing the famous red and white shirt for the very first time.
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Alongside him, young Max Dowman continued to write history. Already having become Arsenal’s second-youngest player when he made his Premier League debut against Leeds United earlier this season, Dowman took things a step further by being named in the starting eleven. This made him the youngest starter in Arsenal’s 138-year history, surpassing the record set by Jack Porter last season. To put it in perspective, Dowman is still younger than many academy players who are only now competing for scholarships.
The lineup for the Brighton match featured a strong Hale End presence—Myles Lewis-Skelly, Ethan Nwaneri, and Eberechi Eze all started, showcasing the incredible depth of Arsenal’s youth development program. Even Bukayo Saka, another graduate of the same system, watched from the bench, serving as a living reminder of how these moments can lead to stardom.
Behind the scenes, others also shared in the occasion. Louie Copley made the matchday squad as the extra man, while Alexei Rojas took his place as the third-choice goalkeeper. For all of them, being around the senior team at such a high level will be an invaluable experience, a glimpse into what could soon become a regular reality.
Harriman-Annous’ inclusion was especially timely, with senior forwards Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus unavailable. His versatility, capable of playing centrally or on the left, gave Mikel Arteta an exciting new option up front. Meanwhile, Dowman’s involvement reinforced the manager’s willingness to trust youth when the talent and temperament are right.
For fans, it was another proud reminder that Arsenal’s legacy of nurturing young talent is alive and thriving. From Fabregas and Wilshere to Saka and now Dowman and Harriman-Annous, the Hale End pipeline continues to deliver stars for the future. And on this night, that future took one more confident step onto the Emirates pitch.
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