"Noni Madueke put the 14-time FA Cup winners ahead against the League One strugglers shortly before half-time, only for substitute Will Evans to level shortly after the break. The game opened up, with chances for both sides before substitute Eberechi Eze thumped home to restore Arsenal's lead."
"Max Dowman became the Gunners' youngest-ever FA Cup player, starting at the age of 16 years and 66 days and there was also a starting place for 16-year-old Marli Salmon as Arteta shuffled his resources."
"Arsenal kept their opponents at bay and took the lead in the 41st minute through winger Madueke - becoming the first Premier League team to reach 100 goals in all competitions this season."
Arsenal advanced to the FA Cup quarter-finals with a 2-1 victory over third-tier Mansfield Town. Manager Mikel Arteta made nine changes to rest players following a midweek Premier League win. Noni Madueke gave Arsenal the lead before half-time with a curling shot. Mansfield equalized early in the second half through substitute Will Evans, capitalizing on a defensive error. Eberechi Eze restored Arsenal's advantage with a powerful strike from the edge of the box. Arsenal fielded two 16-year-old players, including Max Dowman, who became the club's youngest-ever FA Cup player. The victory keeps Arsenal on track for a historic quadruple.
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