Ethan Nwaneri has hardly gotten on the pitch after his breakout last season. On Wednesday, he reminded everyone how much talent he possesses.

The future appears to be bright for Arsenal. Not only in the short-term, with Mikel Arteta’s team four points clear at the top of the Premier League table, but also over the seasons to come. This Carabao Cup meeting with Brighton was a chance for their brightest youngsters to shine,

Brighton outshot Arsenal on the night, forcing Kepa into six saves. First-choice keeper David Raya has faced just five shots since September. It wasn’t entirely convincing, but Arteta can at least take solace from his side’s spot in the quarterfinals.

Arsenal will face London rivals Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarterfinals, while League One side Cardiff City will host Chelsea in the Welsh capital.

Max Dowman's first start for Arsenal was further reward for his progress this season. The 15-year-old was one of Arsenal's most dangerous players on the senior team's pre-season tour of Asia, winning penalties against Newcastle and Villarreal, and he continued that promise with another solid performance against Brighton.

At 15 years and 302 days old, Dowman comfortably broke the previous record which was held by Jack Porter at 16 years 72 days.

Ethan Nwaneri put Arsenal ahead early in the second half and Bukayo Saka came off the bench to seal the win late on. Before both goals, it was Max Dowman that caught the eye on a night when he made history by becoming the youngest player ever to start a first-team game for Arsenal.

Reaction to the EFL Cup quarter-final draw after Newcastle, Crystal Palace, Arsenal, Chelsea & Man City book their place in the last eight.