Arsenal name their Goal of the Season winner

Max Dowman has won Arsenal’s Goal of the Season award for 2025/26, with his solo run against Everton earning him the accolade.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 14: Max Dowman of Arsenal runs with the ball on his way to scoring his teams second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on March 14, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) — Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images

Arsenal have confirmed that the fans have voted Max Dowman’s goal against Everton in March as their Goal of the Season, earning 38% of the total votes cast.

Martin Zubimendi finished in second place, with 17% of the votes going to his volley against Nottingham Forest. Then Leah Williamson’s header against Leicester City came third with 11%.

Arsenal highlight that it was a historic campaign for Dowman, as he became the Premier League’s youngest goalscorer, the league’s second-youngest player (only behind Ethan Nwaneri), the competition’s youngest-ever starter, and the youngest Premier League winner.

Max Dowman of Arsenal celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on March 14, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) — Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images

As for the goal itself, it was a great one for multiple reasons. The technique behind the goal was excellent, as Dowman showed composure and skill to beat multiple players on the way to tapping into the empty net.

Then the context around the goal made it even better. It was Dowman’s first-ever goal for Arsenal, and it sealed a vital win for the team on the way to the Premier League title.

The pressure was on in that moment, making Dowman’s individual skill even more impressive. The eventual finish was a simple one, but everything else about the goal is what made it Arsenal’s Goal of the Season.

Dowman will hope to build on a strong debut campaign in further appearances for Arsenal next season, and he has the chance to add to his trophy cabinet with the reigning Premier League champions.

For now, Dowman will have the summer off to reflect on his first season, and to rest up for the next one.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 24: Max Dowman and Jurrien Timber of Arsenal pose for a photo with the Premier League Trophy after their team's victory in the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) — Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images

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