The 18-year-old, capped by Fabio Capello for England’s friendly against Hungary, continued his impressive start to the season as the Gunners swept past Champions League newcomers Braga 6-0 at Emirates Stadium with Spain World Cup winner Fabregas netting a brace. Wilshere was left on the bench by England Under-21 coach Stuart Pearce for the recent European Championship qualifying win over Portugal.
However, the teenager, who spent a loan spell at Bolton Wanderers last season, has since shown he is very much capable of competing at the highest level. Wilshere, who set a new record as the youngest Arsenal first-team player in the league and Europe during September 2008, declared: “It is good to get games and hopefully I can push on from here.”
“I am just trying to break into the Arsenal first team.”
“Last year, I had to go out on loan to get some games because there were some world-class players at Arsenal, but I have come back with more experience and the boss thinks I am ready to challenge for a place.”
“All I can do is challenge and show them what I can do.”
Wilshere continued: “It is perfect playing with Cesc and Alex [Song] in midfield.”
“Playing with people like Cesc Fabregas makes it easy for you. He will talk to you and talk you through games.”
“You saw what Cesc could do against Braga – it is perfect for me to learn from him.”
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