Arsenal won 3-2 against Newcastle in a pre-season friendly, with 15-year-old wonderkid Max Dowman stealing the show.

Arsenal secured a 3-2 pre-season win over Newcastle in Singapore, thanks to a late penalty kick converted by Martin Odegaard. However, the real star of the show was 15-year-old wonderkid Max Dowman, who came on as a substitute and impressed with his pace and skill. 

Dowman’s cameo was the highlight of the match, and he played a crucial role in winning the decisive penalty kick.

Dowman nearly scored twice himself, cutting in from the right wing after replacing Bukayo Saka. His impressive running and ball control drew comparisons to Arsenal’s other young talents, such as Saka and Ethan Nwaneri. The teenager’s performance was a glimpse into the future of Arsenal’s academy, and fans are excited to see more of him.

The match itself was an entertaining affair, with both teams creating scoring opportunities.

Newcastle took the lead through Anthony Elanga’s goal, but Arsenal dominated possession and eventually took control of the game. Kai Havertz played a key role in Arsenal’s goals, providing two assists that led to Mikel Merino’s goal and Alex Murphy’s own goal.

Newcastle fought back to level the score, with Jacob Murphy scoring a stunning goal from distance. However, Arsenal’s experience and quality eventually paid off, as Odegaard converted the winning penalty kick. The Arsenal captain showed class and composure, slotting the ball past the goalkeeper.

The win was a positive result for Arsenal, who are looking to build on their successful season. The team’s new signing, Viktor Gyokeres, was presented to the crowd before the match and will likely play a key role in the team’s attacking lineup.