Myles Lewis-Skelly Makes History with Record-Breaking England Debut Goal Against Albania
Updated 20:34 GMT on 21st March 2025 | Published 20:33 GMT on 21st March 2025
Wembley Stadium witnessed a historic moment as Arsenal’s rising star Myles Lewis-Skelly etched his name into England’s football folklore. In Thomas Tuchel’s highly anticipated debut as England manager, Lewis-Skelly scored on his first senior appearance, breaking a long-standing record.
The Three Lions faced Albania in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier, marking the beginning of a new era under former Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Borussia Dortmund boss, Thomas Tuchel. Tuchel, who took over the England reins in October following Gareth Southgate’s departure, officially commenced his role in January but had to wait until this match to lead the national team onto the pitch.
Tuchel’s first lineup saw debuts handed to young talents like Lewis-Skelly and experienced Newcastle defender Dan Burn. England dominated proceedings from the outset, pressing relentlessly against a resolute Albanian defense in pursuit of an opening goal.
The breakthrough arrived after 20 minutes of play, and it was a moment of brilliance. Lewis-Skelly capitalized on a sublime pass from Jude Bellingham, demonstrating composure beyond his years.
- Bellingham’s Masterclass: A perfectly weighted pass from the midfield maestro split the Albanian defense.
- Lewis-Skelly’s Cool Finish: Inside the box, the 18-year-old displayed remarkable calmness, slotting the ball precisely into the net, sending Wembley into a frenzy.
This debut goal wasn’t just any goal; it was history in the making. Opta Joe, the renowned football statistics provider, confirmed the significance of the moment on social media:
“Aged 18 years and 176 days, Myles Lewis-Skelly is now the youngest player ever to score on his England senior debut. He surpasses Marcus Rashford’s previous record of 18 years and 209 days, set against Australia in May 2016.”
Myles Lewis-Skelly celebrates his historic goal. Image: Getty
BBC Radio 5 Live commentator and former England defender Matt Upson lauded the goal, stating, “I think Thomas Tuchel struggled to hide a smile there – he was so happy with that goal. Jude Bellingham plays a huge part in Myles Lewis-Skelly scoring. The weight of the pass, Bellingham was very central, and he does a lovely turn and comes back on himself. It is a simple run, but Lewis-Skelly sees the opening and he goes for it. It’s a simple pass into the net.”
Key Highlights of Lewis-Skelly’s Record-Breaking Debut:
- Youngest ever player to score on England debut.
- Scored in Thomas Tuchel’s first game as England manager.
- Goal came in a 2026 World Cup qualifier against Albania.
- Assist provided by Jude Bellingham.
- Plays for Arsenal.
This historic goal marks an exciting chapter for both Myles Lewis-Skelly and England under Thomas Tuchel’s leadership. Football fans eagerly anticipate what the future holds for this young prodigy and the Three Lions as they progress in their World Cup qualifying campaign.
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