Arsenal’s Hale End academy has been full of plenty of stars over the years, but the current group coming through may be up there as one of the most talented to do so.
The Gunners are currently reaping the rewards of that in the squad, with Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri currently making a huge impact.
Mikel Arteta could see even more stars from the Hale End academy make their way to the first-team, with some of the talent currently available.
Arsenal have the likes of Max Dowman and Jack Porter making a great impression in the youth ranks, while plenty of others are also on the radar, not least after an impressive under-18s display against Southampton.
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Dan Casey impresses in Arsenal under-18s win over Southampton
Arsenal’s under-18s took on Southampton in the under-18s Premier League, with the Gunners looking to climb up the table, while the Saints are chasing down the title.
The young Gunners came under pressure early as the home side scored through Korban McMullan in the opening moments.
Adam Birchall’s side managed to level before the break through Dan Casey as the 17-year-old attacking midfielder found the back of the net.
After half-time, Arsenal accelerated further, with Casey bagging a double to complete his hat-trick in an impressive display.
Louis Zecevic-John and Alex Marciniak found the back of the net, cancelling out a late finish from Tommy Dobson-Ventura to win the match 5-2.
It was a huge win for the young side, with Birchall looking to build up some form and progress his group of players to that next level.
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Adam Birchall praises Dan Casey display for Arsenal under-18s
Arsenal under-18s head coach Adam Birchall was one of those to come through the Hale End academy as a youngster before having a career elsewhere.
He now looks to guide the next generation of stars with the under-18s, with Dan Casey one of those to impress under him.
Speaking to the official Arsenal website, Birchall said: “Dan’s really reliable with his finishing actions, he’s got really good technical efficiency in the final moments.
“When you speak to Dan and I spoke to him, the importance of his teammates in the goals today, Louis (Zecevic) John and Daniel (Oyetunde), really epitomise what we’re about at Arsenal.
“If someone’s in a better position, give them the ball in and around the box. Yes, Dan will get the plaudits today, but there were some real brilliant moments from the team and individuals.”
Next up for the under-18s is a clash against Brighton in the Premier League, while the FA Youth Cup clash with Manchester United looms over the next few weeks.
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