Arteta expressed the challenge of balancing Dowman's development with the demands of playing for the first team. "If we looked at his age every day, we wouldn't play him," Arteta said. "But when you see what he does in training, you have to give him a chance." Arteta emphasized the importance of ensuring Dowman can cope with the pressures of playing for the first team and develop in a healthy way.

Dowman has been training with the first team since last year and is likely to be given another opportunity to shine against Brighton as Arsenal seeks a spot in the Quarter Final.