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Arsenal's Max Dowman, 16, Earns 3 World Records
Sports•Oct 8

Arsenal's Max Dowman, 16, Earns 3 World Records

Arsenal midfielder Max Dowman just became the youngest player to win the Premier League at 16 years and 144 days, adding to two other world records he already holds. The teenage sensation now features alongside Mbappe and Haaland in the Guinness World Records Football Edition 2027.

Google News - World Record•2 min read
15-Year-Old Noah Anyadike Makes EFL Cup History for Cardiff
Sports•Aug 26

15-Year-Old Noah Anyadike Makes EFL Cup History for Cardiff

A Welsh teenager became the youngest player ever to start an EFL Cup match, stepping up when his team needed him most. Noah Anyadike's record-breaking debut shows what young athletes can achieve when given the chance.

BBC Sport•2 min read
Messi Breaks World Cup Record with 18th Goal at Age 38
Sports•Jun 24

Messi Breaks World Cup Record with 18th Goal at Age 38

Lionel Messi just became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history, netting his 18th goal during Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria. The 38-year-old captain continues rewriting football history while proving age is just a number.

Google News - Argentina Achievement•2 min read
Messi Becomes World Cup's All-Time Top Scorer at 38
Sports•Jun 23

Messi Becomes World Cup's All-Time Top Scorer at 38

Nearly a decade after retiring from international football in tears, Lionel Messi just became the World Cup's all-time leading scorer at 38 years old. The Argentina captain's journey from heartbreak to history shows it's never too late for a comeback.

Myjoyonline Ghana•3 min read
Gordon Scores 4, Breaks Newcastle Legend Shearer's Record
Sports•Feb 19

Gordon Scores 4, Breaks Newcastle Legend Shearer's Record

Anthony Gordon just became Newcastle's all-time Champions League top scorer with 10 goals, surpassing club icon Alan Shearer's 6. The young forward netted four goals in a single match against Qarabag in a stunning 6-1 victory.

BBC Sport•2 min read
Gordon Scores 4, Breaks Shearer's Newcastle Record
Sports•Feb 19

Gordon Scores 4, Breaks Shearer's Newcastle Record

Anthony Gordon just became Newcastle United's all-time Champions League top scorer at age 24, netting four goals in one night and breaking a record held by legendary striker Alan Shearer. The ruthless performance gave traveling fans who made a 2,500-mile journey something to celebrate.

BBC Sport•2 min read