Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has just made his return to senior football but hopes it's not too late for earning a place in the England squad for Euro 2016. Wilshere has not played at all this season until Sunday's 0-0 draw at Sunderland, being absent for 330 days after having surgery in September for a fractured tibia. Wilshere, aged 24, is confident he can prove Roy Hodgson that he is ready and fit enough to play in France.
"It's the best feeling," Wilshere said after the Sunderland match. "All those late nights and long days in the gym, this is when it really pays off. You can do all the training, you can play for the under-21s to build your fitness up, but what really matters is playing for the first team and getting back on the pitch, so I'm really happy. I felt good. In my first under-21s game, I didn't really feel that great. In the second I felt better and in the third I felt as though I was able to get through 90 minutes and have an impact on the game."
"I spoke with Arsene Wenger in the week," Wilshere added. "He felt the same and I travelled to Sunderland. It's a big week for me in training, getting fitter and sharper. Hopefully next weekend I can get some more game time and go from there. I'm not saying that I'm there yet, this is just another step on my way to full recovery. There's a few games left and after that, hopefully I'll go away with England to the Euros. It's an exciting time."
Jack Wilshere is 4/6 at Bet365 to make the England squad for Euro 2016.
sharpe
7 years ago
It's a shame that Jack Wilshere's career is so full of injuries because he's a player and captain of Arsenal who could lead his team during the tough periods. It can be said for the national team too but especially in Arsenal his absence was so obvious because they have a better players than him but no one with his leader...
It's a shame that Jack Wilshere's career is so full of injuries because he's a player and captain of Arsenal who could lead his team during the tough periods. It can be said for the national team too but especially in Arsenal his absence was so obvious because they have a better players than him but no one with his leader qualities. Will be plus for England if he's on the tournament even if he didn't play much.
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Alexa Alexa 7 years ago
Jack Wilshere was most talented English midfielder since Steven Gerrard.His bad luck and lot of injuries slowed down his development but he still can improve to the top level and become one of the best midfielders in the world.His will to enter English squad is normal and honestly I expect him to see in France.
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Milaneli
7 years ago
He could have been Englands next Stiven Gerrard or Frank Lampard. But sometimes life just won't let you do it. All those injuries over the years, most of them while he was under 21 years old set him back far far away. As an Gunners fan I would be happy to see him on this years Euro. But his bad form and lack of games won't...
He could have been Englands next Stiven Gerrard or Frank Lampard. But sometimes life just won't let you do it. All those injuries over the years, most of them while he was under 21 years old set him back far far away. As an Gunners fan I would be happy to see him on this years Euro. But his bad form and lack of games won't let him be starting squad, I'm pretty sure in that. Hopefully we will see this magician in action. Good luck Jack!
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mannixx
7 years ago
No doubt he is a good player a great talent, but he hasnt been playing for almost a year, so i think there are a lots of other players that deserve to be called in the squad (Barkley, Dele Ali..) It will be interesting who will be called forma attackers cuz there isnt enough space for : Wellbec, Sturridge, Walcott, Kane,...
No doubt he is a good player a great talent, but he hasnt been playing for almost a year, so i think there are a lots of other players that deserve to be called in the squad (Barkley, Dele Ali..) It will be interesting who will be called forma attackers cuz there isnt enough space for : Wellbec, Sturridge, Walcott, Kane, Vardy, Rooney.
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king_david
7 years ago
Jack Wilshere is a great player. he had the misfortune to inflict serious injury! The previous season was an important player for Arsenal. I think Arsenal is able to better positions in the championships with him. Next season will be one of the key players in the team and the national team of England!
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