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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Simon Peach

Kepa Arrizabalaga impressed by ‘special’ Arsenal duo Max Dowman and Marli Salmon

Marli Salmon (left) and Mansfield’s Stephen McLaughlin battle for the ball (Gary Oakley/PA) - (PA Wire)

Kepa Arrizabalaga applauded “special kids” Max Dowman and Marli Salmon after the 16-year-old pair caught the eye in Arsenal’s FA Cup victory at Mansfield.

Mikel Arteta started the highly-rated academy products as the Premier League leaders made nine changes for Saturday lunchtime’s fifth-round trip to a sold-out One Call Stadium.

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