Growing maturity from Jack the lad

Arsenal 2 Man City 2

The Arsenal midfielder’s reaction suggests he is once again integral to the ambitions of both.

Roy Hodgson’s decision to employ Wilshere in the midfield holding role for England sparked a debate about the player’s best position. On Saturday, Arsene Wenger gave him more freedom, pushing Wilshere forward and the midfielder excelled. The debate will continue and reflects the expectations once again being placed on the young man’s shoulders.