Arsenal Starlet Max Dowman Gets Three Guinness World Records Before Turning 17

Arsenal youngster Max Dowman has been officially recognised with three Guinness World Records after setting major milestones in English and European football before his 17th birthday.

Guinness World Records announced the recognition on Thursday, presenting the 16-year-old with certificates for his record-breaking achievements during his rapid rise at Arsenal.

Dowman holds the record for the youngest player to appear in the UEFA Champions League, having made his debut in the competition at the age of 15 years and 308 days.

The England youth international is also recognised as the youngest goalscorer in Premier League history, scoring at 16 years and 73 days.

His third record came after he became the youngest player to win the Premier League, collecting his winners’ medal at 16 years and 144 days. The achievement saw him surpass the previous record held by Manchester City’s Phil Foden by more than a year.

Dowman has also been included in the Guinness World Records Football Edition 2027 as part of its “Class of ’27”, highlighting young players who have already made a significant mark on the sport.

The winger made his Arsenal first-team debut against Leeds United at the beginning of last season, becoming the second-youngest player to feature in Premier League history, behind his Arsenal teammate Ethan Nwaneri.

His latest recognition adds to a remarkable list of milestones for the teenager, whose emergence has attracted growing attention in English and European football.

At just 16, Dowman now has three Guinness World Records to his name, underlining the speed of his development and his early impact at one of England’s biggest clubs.