Rio Ngumoha took to the field on Monday (25) and wrote his name in Premier League history.
According to Opta data, the young attacking midfielder became the second 16-year-old to score a winning goal for his team in the competition.
The first? None other than Wayne Rooney, who, in October 2002, at 16 years and 362 days old, secured Everton’s win over Arsenal.
Now, more than two decades later, Ngumoha repeats the feat — and even surpasses the English idol’s mark.
A play that’s already going down in Premier League history. And a name to remember.
Alongside Max Dowman, who made his debut for Arsenal this season at 15, Rio Ngumoha is another gem that keeps the hope of a more victorious future for the England national team alive.
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