What you didn't know about Max Dowman's dazzling Arsenal display vs Ipswich

Max Dowman continued his thrilling rise at Arsenal on Tuesday as he netted twice in their 4-2 victory over Ipswich Town in the Carabao Cup third round.

The 16-year-old attacking midfielder made his first start of the campaign against the Premier League outfit at Portman Road, and completely bossed the show.

Both of the youngster’s goals were excellently taken against a tough opponent, and he was arguably the best player on the pitch.

This is shown in his stats, with many of them outstanding given his young age and the level of opposition he was up against.

It is obvious that Mikel Arteta has some player on his hands, who could go on to become the Premier League’s next superstar.

Dowman had played 13 matches in Arsenal’s first-team last season, and even scored a goal in the Premier League.

What were Max Dowman’s stats vs Ipswich Town?

Dowman’s potential is massive given the current ability that he displays.

Few players in recent years have been as good on the ball at 16 years old as the Arsenal starlet, and this was on show against Ipswich.

According to Fotmob on 16 September, he had the joint most shots at three, with two landing on target, he had a 0.34 xG, created one chance, had a 0.07 xA, completed three out of his eight attempted dribbles, had four touches in the opposition’s box, made three tackles and won eight out of his 16 ground duels.

Therefore, based on these stats, it seems inevitable that Dowman will eventually be the next big star in the Premier League.

Now, Arteta must ensure that his development stays on track and that he does not push the attacking midfielder too much.

How did Arsenal perform against Ipswich?

Overall, Arsenal just about did enough to get past Ipswich Town, according to the stats.

The Gunners had 59 per cent possession, 12 shots, six of which were on target, 29 touches in the opposition box, four big chances and a 0.95 xG.

In comparison, Ipswich had 41 per cent possession, eight shots, three of which were on target, 19 touches in the opposition box, one big chance and a 0.72 xG.

Therefore, while it was far from a dominant display from Arsenal, they did enough to ensure they progressed into the fourth round.