Dowman double draws Yamal comparison from Merino

Arsenal's 16-year-old Max Dowman scored twice at Ipswich — and Mikel Merino says he reminds him of Lamine Yamal.

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What happened. Max Dowman scored twice on his first appearance of the season as Arsenal beat Ipswich 4-2 in the Carabao Cup, sending them into the last 16. Mikel Merino said the teenager reminds him of Lamine Yamal.

• Dowman was handed his first appearance of the season at Portman Road.
• Mikel Arteta admitted containing the hype around Dowman is not easy.
• Merino called Dowman a big talent who must be taken care of.

“He is a big talent and we have to take care of him”

— Mikel Merino

Arsenal are through to the Carabao Cup last 16, with Dowman's rise set to keep drawing attention.

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