Myles Lewis-Skelly was born on September 26, 2006, in Islington, London, and is a talented midfielder for Arsenal FC. A product of the Hale End Academy, he is known for his skillful play and has already made his first-team debut while representing England at youth levels.
Myles Anthony Lewis-Skelly was born on September 26, 2006, in Islington, North London, just a stone's throw away from Arsenal's iconic Emirates Stadium. Growing up in the heart of Arsenal territory, it almost felt inevitable that one day he would represent the club. Standing at 1.78 meters (5 feet 10 inches) tall, Myles is an imposing midfielder who can also play as a left-back.
CAPTION: Myles Lewis-Skelly: The Future of Arsenal SOURCE: Instagram Coming from a rich cultural background, his roots tracing back to Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, and St. Lucia through his grandparents complement his English nationality. He was given squad number 49, which is already turning out to be one to watch for Arsenal fans.
In May 2015, he joined the famous Hale End Academy at Arsenal when eight years old. The academy, which had seen the likes of Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe, didn't take much time to notice his exceptional talent in Myles. Over the seasons, he slowly grew into importance for Arsenal's youth teams while impressing all coaches and mates with maturity beyond his age.
The most remembered event within his career happened in the semis of the 2022/23 FA Youth Cup, when he scored an unforgettable last-minute winner against Manchester City—a goal that sealed his reputation as a clutch performer.
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In October 2023 - a few weeks into his 17-year-old year - Myles signed his first professional contract with the club he had always dreamed of representing. The young full-back made his first-team debut in a high-profile Premier League encounter with Manchester City during the 2024/25 campaign.
CAPTION: Hale End’s finest steps up! From Academy to Arsenal’s First Team, Myles Lewis-Skelly is here. SOURCE: Instagram He has since been included in matchday squads for both Champions League and domestic action, showing flashes of his considerable talents. His future as an important player for Arsenal has already been debated by fans and pundits alike.
Myles has represented England at various youth levels and has continued to dazzle on the international stage, starting with the England U16 squad before quickly earning a promotion to the U17s. During the 2023 UEFA European Under-17 Championship, he made headlines by scoring a stunning goal against the Netherlands.
His performances earned him a call-up to the England U18 team in September 2023. Though he was eligible to represent Barbados, given his Caribbean heritage, Myles has thus far committed to England and can be considered one of the prospects for the future senior teams.
Myles Lewis-Skelly is not your ordinary midfielder; he's a player with boundless versatility and intelligence on the pitch. He plays either as a defensive midfielder or a left-back with poise, strength, and class.
CAPTION: A young talent with a footballing mind, A Midfield Maestro in the Making. SOURCE: Instagram His capability to drive forward with the ball in tight spaces and conduct the tempo of the game has likened him to some of football's greatest midfielders. Coaches are known to praise him for the "intangibles you can't" teach"—instincts and game awareness.
Myles has already provided some moments to remember in his young career. His last-gasp winner against Manchester City in the FA Youth Cup semis will go down in Arsenal folklore. But beyond individual moments, his performances at both youth and senior levels have been lauded by legends like Ian Wright and admired by fans who believe he is a part of the bright future that awaits Arsenal.
Behind every great athlete, of course, lies a decent family supporting him—in his case, a mom named Marcia Lewis. She actively supports young aspiring athletes through an online forum dedicated to helping parents of kids enrolled in youth football academies navigate the challenges these programs come with.
CAPTION: Support, encouragement, and belief—Myles Lewis Skelly’s journey is stronger than ever! SOURCE: Instagram This nurturing environment has allowed Myles to focus on his development while staying grounded amid growing attention.
As Arsenal continues to build on their renaissance under the stewardship of Mikel Arteta, Myles Lewis-Skelly might just be what the doctor ordered to ensure further success. His skill set and work rate point toward a career path similar to that of his fellow Hale End graduates, such as Bukayo Saka, where he can find himself as an indispensable part of both Arsenal's first team and England's senior national setup.
Whether it be dominating midfield battles or pulling out clutch performances on the biggest of stages, the journey of Myles is only just getting underway—and what a journey it promises to be.
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