Max Dowman named Player of the Round after standout performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 10:35 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Arsenal midfielder Max Dowman has been awarded the League Cup’s Player of the Round for his performance against Ipswich Town. Dowman, 16, scored two goals in a 4-2 victory, setting a record as the youngest player to score a brace for a Premier League club. He triumphed over nominees Ryan Christie, Jorgen Strand Larsen, and Floyd Samba in a fan vote. Dowman’s achievement surpasses the previous record held by Wayne Rooney. Arsenal confirmed the win on October 12, 2026.
- •Max Dowman scored twice in a 4-2 win over Ipswich Town.
- •He is the youngest player to score a brace for a Premier League club.
- •Dowman surpassed Wayne Rooney's previous record.
- •The Player of the Round award was determined by fan voting.
- •Other nominees included players from Bournemouth, Crystal Palace, and Manchester City.
- 10:35 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal midfielder wins Player of the Round award
"Arsenal’s Max Dowman has won the League Cup’s Player of the Round award, following his excellent performance against Ipswich Town.Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty ImagesArsenal have confirmed that Gun...
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