England players Steven Gerrard and Rio Ferdinand during a training session on October 8, 2010
Steven Gerrard: 'Jack Wilshere will captain England one day'
England captain Steven Gerrard feels that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is good enough to one day succeed him as the national team's skipper.
Aug 14, 02:02
John Curtis playing for Manchester United in 1997
Interview: John Curtis on improving English football
With England's youth teams turning out winless performances during the summer, Sports Mole caught up with former England Under-20 captain John Curtis to discuss how the nation's football fortunes can be altered.
Aug 13, 15:01
England player Jack Wilshere applauds the fans after his side's match with Brazil on February 6, 2013
Roy Hodgson will 'be careful with Jack Wilshere'
Roy Hodgson suggests that Jack Wilshere will not play 90 minutes for England against Scotland on Wednesday in order to protect the Arsenal midfielder's fragile fitness.
Aug 12, 23:36
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Roy Hodgson pleased with Jack Wilshere return
England manager Roy Hodgson is happy at having Jack Wilshere available for selection once again.
Aug 12, 18:26
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Preview:England vs. Scotland
Sports Mole looks ahead to Wednesday's friendly between British rivals England and Scotland.
Aug 12, 14:50
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger prior to his side's match against West Bromwich Albion on April 6, 2013
Season preview: Arsenal
Having not won the Premier League since 2004, Sports Mole assesses Arsenal's chances of success over the upcoming campaign.
Aug 12, 11:15
England's Wayne Rooney celebrates scoring an early header against Montenegro on March 26, 2013
Jack Wilshere, Wayne Rooney will feature for England
Wayne Rooney and Jack Wilshere will both feature for England against Scotland on Wednesday.
Aug 10, 22:35
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Arsene Wenger: 'Manchester City win will boost confidence'
Arsene Wenger hails Arsenal's 3-1 friendly win over Manchester City in Helsinki as a huge confidence boost for his settled side.
Aug 10, 18:40
Manchester City players celebrate winning the Asia Cup on July 27, 2013
Team News: Alvaro Negredo, Fernandinho start for Manchester City against Arsenal
Alvaro Negredo and Fernandinho both start for Manchester City against Arsenal in Helsinki.
Aug 10, 13:42
Liverpool's Luis Suarez scores from a free kick against Wigan on March 2, 2013
Jack Wilshere would "love" Luis Suarez at Arsenal
Jack Wilshere claims that he would "love" to see Liverpool striker Luis Suarez join Arsenal this summer.
Aug 4, 11:13
Arsenal Laurent Koscielny celebrates scoring against Newcastle on May 19, 2013
Arsenal held by Napoli
Arsenal come from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Napoli at the Emirates Stadium.
Aug 3, 17:10
Thomas Vermaelen, Andy Wilkinson
Arsene Wenger: 'Thomas Vermaelen out for six weeks'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger confirms that captain Thomas Vermaelen will be out for at least six more weeks with a back injury.
Aug 2, 13:20
Galatasaray defender Emmanuel Eboue in action against Schalke on March 12, 2013
Jack Wilshere misses "special character" Emmanuel Eboue
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere welcomes Emmanuel Eboue's return to North London for the Emirates Cup this weekend.
Aug 2, 12:01
Jack Wilshere in action
Jack Wilshere impressed with Arsenal youngsters
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is impressed with the club's latest academy graduates following their performances on the club's tour of Asia.
Jul 30, 01:24
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere following the 5-2 win over Reading on December 17, 2012
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere happy with fitness
Jack Wilshere reveals that he is happy with his fitness levels following Arsenal's pre-season tour of Asia.
Jul 29, 15:35
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring for Arsenal on November 21, 2012
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere enjoyed "tough" Nagoya Grampus test
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere shares his thoughts on stepping up his pre-season efforts with 45 minutes against Nagoya Grampus yesterday.
Jul 23, 04:27
Atletico Mineiro's Bernard in action on February 26, 2013
In profile: Reported Arsenal target Bernard
Sports Mole takes a closer look at reported Arsenal transfer target and Brazilian international Bernard.
Jul 22, 15:23
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FA Cup third round replay against Swansea on January 16, 2013
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere eyes good pre-season
Jack Wilshere reveals that he wants a productive pre-season on Arsenal's tour of Asia.
Jul 21, 10:08
Jack Wilshere congratulates Theo Walcott after scoring against Chelsea on January 20, 2013
Theo Walcott: 'Jack Wilshere makes Arsenal tick'
Arsenal forward Theo Walcott backs a rejuvenated Jack Wilshere to help the Gunners fight for trophies next season.
Jul 19, 22:20
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FA Cup third round replay against Swansea on January 16, 2013
Jack Wilshere: 'Big signings would lift Arsenal'
Jack Wilshere believes that any big-name signings this summer would give Arsenal a "massive lift".
Jul 17, 10:46
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere following the 5-2 win over Reading on December 17, 2012
Jack Wilshere: 'We need a trophy next season'
Jack Wilshere says that Arsenal need to win a trophy next season.
Jul 17, 04:53
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FA Cup third round replay against Swansea on January 16, 2013
Jack Wilshere targets World Cup place after regaining fitness
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is eyeing a World Cup appearance next summer after returning to full fitness.
Jul 17, 02:31
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FA Cup third round replay against Swansea on January 16, 2013
Arsenal's Arsene Wenger: 'Jack Wilshere is ready to play'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger declares that Jack Wilshere missed yesterday's pre-season opener with flu.
Jul 14, 23:42
Jack Wilshere warms up
Jack Wilshere: 'It's a big season for Arsenal'
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere admits that it is a big season for the club and backs his side to challenge for the Premier League title.
Jul 11, 21:09
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FA Cup third round replay against Swansea on January 16, 2013
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: 'Jack Wilshere looks strong in training'
Arsenal winger Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain reveals that he has been impressed with the condition of Jack Wilshere since they returned for pre-season training.
Jul 11, 13:19
Lukas Podolski
Lukas Podolski targets strong pre-season
Arsenal forward Lukas Podolski believes that a full pre-season will help him reach new heights in the Premier League in his second season with the Gunners.
Jul 9, 03:40
Argentina's Gonzalo Higuain before a game with Colombia on June 8, 2013
Jack Wilshere: 'Photo of Gonzalo Higuain's wife will go up in Arsenal dressing room'
Jack Wilshere says that his Arsenal teammates would put a photo of Gonzalo Higuain's wife in the dressing room if he signs for the Gunners.
Jul 2, 11:59
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring for Arsenal on November 21, 2012
Jack Wilshere relishing squad competition
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is looking forward to having competition for his place in the side next season.
Jul 1, 21:28
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere following the 5-2 win over Reading on December 17, 2012
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere: 'We need to win a trophy'
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere admits that the club is feeling under pressure to win a trophy having gone eight years without one.
Jul 1, 21:18
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FA Cup third round replay against Swansea on January 16, 2013
Jack Wilshere wants Manchester United's Wayne Rooney at Arsenal
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere says that it would be "amazing" if Manchester United's Wayne Rooney joins the Gunners this summer.
Jul 1, 17:02
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FA Cup third round replay against Swansea on January 16, 2013
Jack Wilshere: 'Japan can be a major force'
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere believes that Japan can be a force in world football.
Jun 28, 20:16
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FA Cup third round replay against Swansea on January 16, 2013
Jack Wilshere omits Gareth Bale from European dreamteam
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere selects two squads for a fantasy match between Europe and the Rest of the World.
Jun 28, 02:38
Roberto Soldado
Five players Arsenal should sign
Sports Mole looks at five players who could improve the Arsenal squad ahead of the new Premier League season.
Jun 17, 10:28
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FA Cup third round replay against Swansea on January 16, 2013
Jack Wilshere to be fit for pre-season?
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere will reportedly be fully fit for the start of pre-season after a successful ankle operation.
Jun 15, 22:13
Manchester United first team coach Rene Meulensteen prior to the match against Manchester City on April 8, 2013
Next Wigan Athletic manager: Five contenders
Sports Mole assesses the five men that are thought to be leading the race to become the next manager of Wigan Athletic.
Jun 4, 11:35
David Bernstein
David Bernstein: 'We need more English talent'
FA chairman David Bernstein says that English clubs need to produce more young talent for the national team.
Jun 2, 21:07
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger prior to his side's match against West Bromwich Albion on April 6, 2013
Arsene Wenger: 'Jack Wilshere will not be sold'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists that none of his top players will be sold in the summer as he looks to add "at least three" big signings to his squad.
May 26, 07:34
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere following the 5-2 win over Reading on December 17, 2012
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere: 'We must improve if we are to fight for Premier League title'
Jack Wilshere insists that Arsenal need to do better if they are to try to challenge for the Premier League title next season.
May 23, 10:46
Jack Wilshere celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FA Cup third round replay against Swansea on January 16, 2013
Jack Wilshere hoping for more appearances
Having fully recovered from a lengthy ankle injury, Jack Wilshere is hoping to make more appearances for Arsenal next season.
May 22, 18:17
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere following the 5-2 win over Reading on December 17, 2012
Jack Wilshere keen to regain England place
Arsenal and England midfielder Jack Wilshere admits that he is desperate to reclaim his international place and put a succession of injury problems behind him.
May 22, 04:05
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