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Jack Wilshere charged by FA over cup final celebrations

Arsenal's Jack Wilshere during their FA Cup victory parade through London.
Image: Arsenal's Jack Wilshere during their FA Cup victory parade through London.

The Football Association has charged Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere with misconduct following his anti-Tottenham chants during the FA Cup victory parade on Sunday.

In scenes similar to those of 12 months ago, Wilshere took to the microphone to mock the club's rivals as the players celebrated on a stage outside the Emirates Stadium, leading supporters in a chant which included expletives against Spurs.

The 23-year-old had apologised if his actions had caused any offence and was spoken to by Arsenal staff.

However, the FA has now launched formal disciplinary proceedings.

A statement read: "Jack Wilshere has been charged with misconduct in relation to Arsenal's FA Cup celebrations on Sunday, 31 May 2015.

"It is alleged his conduct in making and/or inciting certain comments during the club's open bus trophy tour was improper and/or brought the game into disrepute.

"The player has until 6pm on 10 June 2015 to respond to the charge."

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