ARSENAL YOUTH

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Here you can keep up-to-date with everything that is going on including Arsenal youth matches, team news, injury news, contract updates and much more or the u18s, u21s, and u23s.

Reuell Walters (R) and Charles Sagoe Jr. (2R) in first-team training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Injury may hand debut opportunity to Arsenal 18yo in senior training

Reuell Walters was among the Arsenal youngsters to take part in first-team training on Friday, as he looks set to step up in Takehiro Tomiyasu's absence.
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Statement confirms another Arsenal youth match postponed

The Arsenal u21 clash against West Bromwich Albion on Friday has been postponed due to a frozen pitch, the hosts have reported.
Myles Lewis-Skelly (L) in training with the Arsenal first-team (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal youth duo set for senior call-ups vs RC Lens

A few Arsenal youth players took part in first-team training this week and appear set to make the first-team squad against RC Lens on Wednesday night.
Mason Cotcher playing for the England u17s (Photo via Cotcher on Instagram)

Trialist trains with Arsenal first team but no contract yet

Arsenal triallist Mason Cotcher trained with the first-team squad this week, but he still hasn't officially signed for the Gunners.
Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly (bottom right) lining up with the England u17s (Photo via Nwaneri on Instagram)

England suffer shock u17 World Cup exit

England suffered a shock defeat to Uzbekistan to exit the u17 World Cup on Wednesday, with Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri set for an early return home.
Myles Lewis-Skelly playing for England (Photo via EnglandFootball.com)

Arsenal youngsters learn route to u17 World Cup final

England now know their route to a potential u17 World Cup final, with Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly hoping to lead them there.
Chido Obi-Martin (2nd R) with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

10-goal Arsenal youngster set for international battle

Arsenal's young talent, Chidozie Obi-Martin, is drawing attention from Denmark's national coach Kasper Hjulmand
Jack Wilshere manages the Arsenal u18s in the FA Youth Cup (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Wilshere’s cup-finalists learn FA Youth Cup 3rd-round draw

Last season's finalists Arsenal have drawn Crewe Alexandra at home in the third round of the FA Youth Cup, to be played in December.
Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly (bottom right) lining up with the England u17s (Photo via Nwaneri on Instagram)

England top u17 World Cup group as Arsenal duo feature

Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly came off the bench to help England find the goal they needed to top their u17 World Cup group despite defeat to Brazil.
Amario Cozier-Duberry celebrates a goal for the England u19s (Photo via England on Twitter)

Arsenal 18yo scores in 1st minute of international duty

Amario Cozier-Duberry scored in the first minute of the England u19s' game against Romania on Wednesday, as they kicked off the break with a win.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Reiss Nelson of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on August 21, 2023. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Reiss Nelson provides fantastic assist in EFL Trophy defeat

Arsenal came out on the wrong side of an action-packed EFL Trophy game against Reading on Tuesday, with Fabio Vieira and Reiss Nelson featuring.
Josiah King with the Arsenal academy (Photo via King on Instagram)

Arsenal schoolboy called up by England

Arsenal youngster Josiah King has been called up by the England u15s for a training camp over the international break.
Myles Lewis-Skelly playing for England (Photo via EnglandFootball.com)

Arsenal pair feature as England win dramatic u17 World Cup match

Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly started in England's win over Iran at the u17 World Cup on Tuesday, with the team securing an important three points.
Michal Rosiak celebrates a goal for the Arsenal academy (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal 18yo free-kick specialist scores another

The Arsenal u18s played out another dramatic league game on Saturday, coming out 4-3 winners in a rollercoaster contest.
Ethan Nwaneri playing for the England u17s (Photo via Nwaneri on Instagram)

Arsenal duo star in 10-0 u17 World Cup win

Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly impressed for England in their opening u17 World Cup thrashing of New Caledonia.
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: Arsenal U21 assistant manager Max Porter makes notes as manager Mehmet Ali gives instructions during the Papa John's Trophy match between Northampton Town and Arsenal U21 at Sixfields on October 18, 2022 in Northampton, England. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

Arsenal eliminated from UEFA Youth League after Sevilla draw

The Arsenal u19s were eliminated from the UEFA Youth League with two games to play, despite a draw with Sevilla on Wednesday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 04: Ethan Nwaneri of Arsenal during the FA Youth Cup Semi-Final match between Arsenal U18 and Manchester City U18 at Emirates Stadium on April 04, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)

2 Arsenal players called up for u17 World Cup

Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly have been called up by England for the u17 World Cup in Indonesia later this month.
Myles Lewis-Skelly in training with the Arsenal first team (Photo via Arsenal.com)

8 Arsenal youth players join first-team training pre-West Ham

Eight Arsenal youth players were involved in first-team training ahead of the Gunners' match against West Ham United on Wednesday night.
Per Mertesacker in attendance at Arsenal's u21 game vs Reading (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal academy triallist scores & assists on league debut

Triallist Mason Cotcher provided a goal and an assist as the Arsenal u18s drew 3-3 away to Crystal Palace on Saturday.
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Arsenal win 9-goal thriller in Premier League 2

The Arsenal u21s came out on top in an entertaining game against Brighton and Hove Albion on Sunday, which eventually finished 6-3 to the young Gunners.
Per Mertesacker poses for a photo with Bowen Phillips, signing his Arsenal contract (Photo via Phillips on Instagram)

New Arsenal youth signing assists on debut against old club

Bowen Phillips confirmed his transfer from West Ham to Arsenal this week, and the youth player has already provided an assist against his old club.
Per Mertesacker poses for a photo with Bowen Phillips, signing his Arsenal contract (Photo via Phillips on Instagram)

Official: Arsenal sign West Ham youngster

West Ham United youth player Bowen Phillips has confirmed his transfer to Arsenal, thanking his former club for his development so far.
Mason Cotcher playing for the England u17s (Photo via Cotcher on Instagram)

Sunderland forward continues trial with Arsenal

Sunderland forward Mason Cotcher is getting another chance with the Arsenal u18s today, after playing for the Gunners on trial last week.
Jack Wilshere manages the Arsenal u18s in the FA Youth Cup (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Jack Wilshere speaks amid Arsenal exit reports

Amid speculation over his future, Jack Wilshere remains in charge of the Arsenal u18s and gave no hint at an imminent departure this weekend.
Jack Wilshere coaching the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Report: Wilshere’s Arsenal u18s pick up vital 3 points in PL Cup group

The Arsenal u18s beat Middlesbrough on Saturday through a second-half goal from James Sweet to keep their hopes of progression to the Premier League Cup knockout stages alive.
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New deal, doubts and debuts: Arsenal news roundup

Catch up on the latest news from Arsenal, from youth internationals and injury updates to new signings and managerial insights. A comprehensive round-up of all things Gunners.
Mason Cotcher playing for the England u17s (Photo via Cotcher on Instagram)

Arsenal hand trial to 17yo forward from Sunderland

Arsenal handed a debut to 17-year-old Mason Cotcher, most recently of Sunderland, in Saturday's u18 fixture away to Middlesbrough.
Chido Obi playing for the Denmark u16s (Photo via Obi on Instagram)

Suspended Arsenal youngster scores twice on international duty

Suspended Arsenal youngster Chido Obi has certainly made the most of the international break, scoring twice for the Denmark u17s.
Lino Sousa (bottom right) with the England u19s (Photo via England Football)

Only 2 Arsenal England youth internationals play after 5 call-ups

Arsenal had five players called up for England's youth internationals in October, but only two of them ended up featuring on the pitch.
Charlie Patino celebrating a goal for the England u20s (Photo via Patino on Twitter)

Arsenal’s England youngsters struggle for minutes in October internationals

Arsenal's England youth internationals have played limited minutes over the October break so far, for various reasons.
Charles Sagoe Jr. in first-team training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Underrated Arsenal 19yo stars with another goal & assist

Charles Sagoe Jr is starring for the Arsenal youth teams this season, on either side of his recent debut for the senior side.
Cam'ron Ismail with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal teenager eligible for 3 international teams

Arsenal youngster Cam'ron Ismail is making his mark in the u18s, and he's eligible to play for three different national teams in the future.
Chido Obi (#9) with the Denmark u17s (Photo via Obi on Instagram)

Suspended Arsenal youngster scores on international duty

Arsenal youth striker Chido Obi is currently suspended for the Gunners, but he's kicked off the international break with a goal for the Denmark u17s.
Lino Sousa (bottom right) with the England u19s (Photo via England Football)

Arsenal 18yo kicks off international break with clean sheet

Lino Sousa kicked off Arsenal's international break by helping the England u19s keep a clean sheet in their opening u19 Euro qualifier on Wednesday.
Alexei Rojas Fedorushchenko with the Colombia u20s (Photo via Rojas on Twitter)

“I hope to sign my contract as a professional with Arsenal” says 18yo Colombian

Alexei Rojas, Arsenal's promising young goalkeeper, shares details about training with the first team, guidance from Mikel Arteta, and future aspirations.
Alexei Rojas Fedorushchenko with the Colombia u20s (Photo via Rojas on Twitter)

18yo confirms he wants new Arsenal contract

Arsenal youth goalkeeper Alexei Rojas has confirmed that he wants to sign a professional contract with the club and play his international football with Colombia.
Michal Rosiak celebrates a goal for the Arsenal academy (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal u18s complete 9-man comeback win

The Arsenal u18s completed a comeback victory over Leicester City on Saturday, despite having two players sent off.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 27: Brooke Norton-Cuffy of Coventry City looks on as he warms up prior to the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Final between Coventry City and Luton Town at Wembley Stadium on May 27, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Fixture & call-up details for Arsenal’s 5 England youngsters

Arsenal have received five call-ups for the England youth teams for the October international break, with a couple missing out through injury.
Charles Sagoe Jr (L) playing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Charles Sagoe Jr shares his reaction to his Arsenal debut

Charles Sagoe Jr has shared his thoughts after making his debut for Arsenal in the League Cup against Brentford FC on Wednesday night.

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Arsenal and Manchester City scout 15yo Danish prodigy

Tristan Aldcroft Panduro, FC Copenhagen's 15-year-old star, catches the eye of Arsenal and Manchester City, with his dual eligibility sparking interest from England and Denmark.
Chido Obi-Martin (2nd R) with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

FA start tug of war for goalscoring Arsenal youngster

FA aims to sway Danish prodigy Chidozie Obi-Martin to represent England, capitalising on his rising profile and recent 10-goal feat for Arsenal's U16.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Charles Sagoe Jr of Arsenal thanks the support pushed by Captain Martin Odegaard during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Brentford and Arsenal at Gtech Community Stadium on September 27, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal youth player called up to senior squad vs Sevilla

Charles Sagoe Jr. is set to feature in Arsenal's Champions League squad to take on Sevilla on Wednesday night, and he may not be the only youth player involved.
Mason Cotcher playing for the England u17s (Photo via Cotcher on Instagram)

Sunderland forward continues trial with Arsenal

Sunderland forward Mason Cotcher is getting another chance with the Arsenal u18s today, after playing for the Gunners on trial last week.
Mason Cotcher playing for the England u17s (Photo via Cotcher on Instagram)

Arsenal hand trial to 17yo forward from Sunderland

Arsenal handed a debut to 17-year-old Mason Cotcher, most recently of Sunderland, in Saturday's u18 fixture away to Middlesbrough.

Balogun sends Arteta a reminder as top talent gets Arsenal debut

The Arsenal u23s played a friendly match against Brentford B over the weekend, but they slipped to a late defeat despite a two-goal comeback.

Folarin Balogun of Arsenal scores during the UEFA Europa League match between Molde and Arsenal on November 26, 2020 in Molde. Photo: Marius Simensen / BILDBYRAN
Folarin Balogun of Arsenal scores during the UEFA Europa League match between Molde and Arsenal on November 26, 2020, in Molde. Photo: Marius Simensen / BILDBYRAN

The Arsenal u23s had over a fortnight between competitive matches, playing their last game on March 21st and not having another scheduled until April 12th. To keep the side ticking over, they scheduled a friendly against Brentford B this weekend.

The last time the two sides had met in 2019, Arsenal eased to a 5-0 victory, but Steve Bould’s current side are much lower on confidence.

As a result, it was no real surprise that Aaron Pressley made it 1-0 to Brentford from the penalty spot in the first half-hour and Lachlan Brook added another in the 37th minute.

Arsenal found themselves with a lifeline after Folarin Balogun was brought down by Ethan Robb in the penalty area, and Balogun stepped up to make it 2-1 at the half-time break.

The Gunners started to take control of the match, and Balogun made it 2-2 by heading in a cross from the right-hand side. But Pressley put Brentford ahead again late on, firing home from a loose ball in the box following a corner.

It was another disappointing defeat and another in a long run of games without a win. The u23s’ last victory came against Brighton in January.

The only real positives were that Balogun is scoring goals again and Omari Hutchinson made his first appearance at u23 level after his strong u18 form.

With only a narrow gap to the relegation zone, Bould needs to drum up a couple of wins in their final four competitive matches of the season.

Lineup vs Brentford: Smith, Alebiosu, Lopez, Dinzeyi, Monlouis, Akinola, Lewis, Azeez, Moller, Taylor-Hart, Balogun

Subs: Bola, Graczyk, Coyle, Cirjan, Hutchinson

At the time of writing, there has still been no resolution to the Balogun contract saga.