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16-Year-Old Max Dowman Becomes Premier League’s Youngest Starter

5/25/2026

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Max Dowman started for Arsenal against Crystal Palace on Sunday, becoming the Premier League’s youngest starter at 16 years and 144 days.
The start broke Jose Baxter’s 2008 record of 16 years and 198 days.
League rules require him to change in a separate locker room while he continues school.

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Max Dowman started for Arsenal against Crystal Palace on Sunday, becoming the Premier League’s youngest starter at 16 years and 144 days.
The start broke Jose Baxter’s 2008 record of 16 years and 198 days.
League rules require him to change in a separate locker room while he continues school.