Jack Wilshere

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was Jack Wilshere born?January 1, 1992
2. Where was Jack Wilshere born?Hitchin, Hertfordshire, England
3. What is the youth club?Arsenal Academy
4. What is the arsenal first-team debut?September 13, 2008 (age 16 years, 256 days)
5. What made Jack Wilshere the youngest player to debut for Arsenal?He played his first league match for Arsenal on September 13, 2008, when he was just 16 years and 256 days old, which is the youngest age ever for an Arsenal player.
6. Why did Jack Wilshere play for England in the World Cup and Euro?Because he was a talented midfielder who helped England win games, the coaches chose him for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil and the 2016 Euro tournament.

Box-to-box Midfielder: A dynamic midfielder who covers the entire pitch, contributing defensively and offensively with high energy and stamina.
PFA Team of the Year: An annual selection of the best players in each position in English football, voted for by professional players.
EFL League One: The third tier of the English football league system, below the Premier League and the Championship.