Has Jack Wilshere booked his place at the World Cup? Arsenal midfielder's stats against Chelsea show why he should be in Gareth Southgate's squad
- Jack Wilshere enhanced his claims for a World Cup place on Wednesday night
- He delivered a composed performance in Arsenal's Carabao Cup semi-final win
- Wilshere hasn't played for England since the terrible loss to Iceland at Euro 2016
- Gareth Southgate is set to name Wilshere in his squad for next month’s friendlies
Jack Wilshere enhanced his claims for a place in England's World Cup squad on Wednesday, as he delivered another composed performance in Arsenal's Carabao Cup semi-final win over Chelsea.
Having not played for England since the humiliating loss to Iceland at Euro 2016, Wilshere is now back in the Arsenal team as a regular starter.
England boss Gareth Southgate is expected to name the 26-year-old in his squad for next month’s friendlies against Holland and Italy.
Jack Wilshere enhanced his claims for a place in England's World Cup squad on Wednesday
An Antonio Rudiger own goal and a second-half strike from Granit Xhaka were enough to see Arsene Wenger's side progress to Wembley despite Eden Hazard putting Chelsea in front.
Wilshere was another standout performer and his outrageous statistics in the 2-1 win over Antonio Conte's team highlighted his return to form.
He completed 100 per cent of his six dribbles, boasted an emphatic 93 per cent pass accuracy, took 64 touches in the game and won three tackles.
He completed 100 per cent of his six dribbles and had an emphatic 93 per cent pass accuracy
Jack Wilshere's stats against Chelsea:
— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) January 24, 2018
100% dribbles completed
93% pass accuracy
64 touches
6 dribbles
3 tackles won
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Southgate, speaking at Wednesday’s UEFA Nations League draw, provided a clear indication that the Arsenal midfielder is on course to make Russia 2018.
‘It’s a real plus to see Jack playing at the level he is and looking as fit as he is,’ said Southgate.
‘He’s really playing well now and influencing big games.’
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