'I changed my mind on Rio Ngumoha vs Max Dowman debate after facing Liverpool wonderkid'

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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesRio NgumohaA Premier League star has admitted he has switched camps in the Rio Ngumoha and Max Dowman debate after coming up against Liverpool's teenage sensation at Anfield recentlyRio Ngumoha and Max Dowman(Image: Getty Images)Fulham star Alex Iwobi has switched allegiances in the Max Dowman versus Rio Ngumoha debate — and it took just one close encounter to change his mind.Both teenagers have enjoyed breakthrough seasons and are widely tipped to earn senior England recognition in the future. Ngumoha, 17, has established himself as a potential first-choice starter in Liverpool's attack, while 16-year-old Dowman has impressed virtually every time he has pulled on an Arsenal shirt.Iwobi, 29, has the advantage of witnessing each youngster's abilities at close quarters.

And while he was firmly in one corner until recently, his position has since shifted considerably.READ MORE: Arne Slot names 'first aim' of Liverpool summer transfers with two additions already confirmedREAD MORE: Everton chairman 'kicked' Liverpool icons out of stadium after late drama"Before I played against Rio on the weekend, I'd say Max," said the Cottagers' talisman (via the Mirror). The west Londoners fell to a 2-0 defeat on Merseyside, where Ngumoha broke the deadlock with a beautifully curled finish from the edge of the area.Rio Ngumoha of Liverpool celebrates after scoring vs Fulham(Image: Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)The former Chelsea academy prospect has made a trademark of cutting in from the left flank to create space for his stronger right foot.

While Dowman has netted once in 11 senior appearances for the Gunners, Liverpool's rising star has found the net twice in 25 first-team outings.For now, Ngumoha holds the advantage when it comes to being viewed as a genuine Premier League starter. Learn moreFrom $100LFC.comSee the dealLiverpool's home and away strips for the 2025/26 season are the first in their new partnership with adidas.Fans can order jerseys in the US at Fanatics.com or via the LFC Online Store in both the US and across the world.That said, it's important to highlight that Dowman has been sidelined with injury for a substantial chunk of this season and was born nearly 18 months after Ngumoha.