ENGLAND manager Roy Hodgson hopes Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere "curbs his enthusiasm" on his return to the Three Lions' senior squad.
Wilshere will find out next week the cost of his foul-mouthed anti-Tottenham chants during the FA Cup victory parade after being charged with misconduct by the Football Association.
The 23-year-old, who came through the Gunners' youth ranks, took to the microphone to mock the club's fierce rivals as the players celebrated on a stage outside the Emirates Stadium in the wake of their 4-0 victory over Aston Villa at Wembley.
"Jack is a very enthusiastic and eager player. He plays with a confidence and an air of enthusiasm which is a real delight to see and work with," Hodgson said.
"We've been unlucky with Jack, he's been with us for three years but has been injured."
On Wilshere's misconduct charge he added: "It was important Arsenal took that matter in hand and it was dealt with as far as Arsenal and the FA was concerned. He must accept that.
"It's not the type of behaviour we encourage or want to see but unfortunately young men do things they regret. We need to make sure he curbs his enthusiasm."
Hodgson also hailed the fitness levels of the Three Lions ahead of their international friendly against Republic of Ireland on Sunday.
"Everyone is fit and available," Hodgson said. "We lost Ryan Mason but Tom Cleverley was quick to fill that spot."
On fitness levels after a long rest, he added: "You wouldn't notice the difference from the start of this campaign to the end. That's credit to the players."
Hodgson also sent a message to the England women's side for the World Cup, where they face France in their opening game on Tuesday, adding: "We wish you the best.
"You're very well prepared and the FA has done everything they can and they go with our best wishes and cross our fingers they get that bit of luck you need."
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