Arsene Wenger: 'Carl Jenkinson deserved England debut'

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes that defender Carl Jenkinson's England debut against Sweden on Wednesday night will provide him with a 'confidence boost'.

The 20-year-old came on as a second-half substitute in England's 4-2 defeat and Wenger believes that his appearance is a reward for the full-back's impressive performances this season.

Wenger told Arsenal Player: "I'm massively pleased for Carl because he had a good start to the season and was rewarded last night.

"That will hopefully boost his confidence as well."

Jenkinson has made 12 appearances for Arsenal this season.