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Arsenal's young talent, Max Dowman, continues with the chance to make history in the Uefa Champions League.

At 15 years and 274 days, the English youngster could become the youngest player to compete in a match of the competition if he takes to the field this Wednesday (1st), against Olympiacos, for the second round of the league phase.

In the debut against Athletic Bilbao last week, Dowman was listed, but did not leave the bench.

Now, the expectation grows for coach Mikel Arteta to give minutes to the boy, who recently made history by becoming the second youngest to play in the Premier League.

Due to Noni Madueke's injury, Bukayo Saka is expected to start. Dowman, then, may get some minutes, especially in the second half, and thus become the youngest player in the history of the Champions League.

If used, Dowman will break the record currently held by Youssoufa Moukoko of Borussia Dortmund, who played in 2020 against Zenit at 16 years and 18 days.

The Englishman would leave behind names like Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), Celestine Babayaro (Anderlecht) and Rayan Cherki (then at Lyon), all who debuted in the tournament still at 16 years old.

The youngest to debut in the Champions League

Dowman's presence against Olympiacos is not yet guaranteed, but just the possibility of breaking the record is something that stands out.

What were you doing – or what are you doing – at 15 years old? Dowman could play a CHAMPIONS LEAGUE match! 😅

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