Arsenal appoints David Horseman as new u21 head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:50 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Arsenal has confirmed David Horseman as the new head coach for their u21 team, following Max Porter's departure to Stoke City. Horseman, who served as the club's Elite Player Development Coach, filled the head coach position on an interim basis during pre-season. He expressed excitement about leading the academy and continuing its successful history of player development. Horseman will make his competitive debut with the u21s against Barnet in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday, before starting the Premier League 2 campaign against Crystal Palace on Saturday.
- •David Horseman appointed u21 head coach by Arsenal.
- •Horseman previously served as Elite Player Development Coach.
- •His first competitive match is against Barnet on Tuesday.
- •Premier League 2 campaign starts against Crystal Palace on Saturday.
- •Max Porter left Arsenal for Stoke City earlier this summer.
- 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal confirm new u21 head coach appointment
"Arsenal have officially confirmed the appointment of David Horseman as their new u21 head coach, deciding on an internal promotion to fill the position.Photo via Arsenal.comArsenal’s u21 head coach ...
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