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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Jake Hackney

Why does Jack Grealish wear such small shinpads?

Jack Grealish has become one of England’s most talented footballers since making his debut for boyhood club Aston Villa in 2014. The Birmingham-born winger made headlines last year after making a £100m transfer to Manchester City from Villa.

The deal made Grealish the most expensive English player ever. He made his debut for England – after trading allegiances from the Republic of Ireland – during the UEFA Nations League in 2020, coming on as a substitute in a 0–0 draw against Denmark.

The City star is arguably one of the national team’s most-loved players, and England fans will no doubt remember the impact he had during the Euros campaign last year. He came on as a substitute during the memorable 2-0 win against Germany, where he was involved in both goals, most notably sending a perfect cross into Harry Kane, who headed the ball home to clinch the historic victory.

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