Meet Adam Birchall, everything you need to know about the Arsenal under-18s coach who replaced Jack Wilshere

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Arsenal’s academy is filled with talent, from the players to the coaching staff, with Adam Birchall one of those who knows what it’s like to be on either side of that fence.

A former player during his day, Birchall swapped being on the pitch for managing from the sidelines after hanging up his boots.

After retiring in 2016, he took the steps into coaching, rising all the way to become the under-18s head coach in the Arsenal academy.

The coach is now taking charge of the players who are looking to become the future of Arsenal.

So with that said, here’s a look at everything you need to know about Adam Birchall.

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Who is Adam Birchall?

Adam Birchall is the current Arsenal under-18s head coach, who was previously in charge of the under-17s team.

Birchall is a former academy prospect who went on to have a playing career across the EFL before taking the step into coaching.

Where is Adam Birchall from?

Adam Birchall was born in Maidstone, a town in Kent in the south of England.

Despite being born in England, the forward actually went on to represent Wales on the international stage for the under-21s side – though he never received a senior call-up.

How old is Adam Birchall?

Adam Birchal was born on December 2, 1984, which makes him 40 years old at the time of writing.

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Adam Birchall’s playing career

Adam Birchall played for nine teams over his career, largely playing in the English Football Leagues, featuring in the lower divisions.

The former forward came through the Arsenal academy, but never managed a senior appearance for the side.

Adam Birchall’s coaching career

Since retiring from his professional playing career in 2016, Adam Birchall has taken to coaching.

The 40-year-old took charge of the Arsenal under-17s in 2022, looking to guide the youngsters to the next phase of their career.

Birchall was then named the under-18s head coach in 2024 when Jack Wilshere joined Norwich, leaving the role vacant.