Everton defender Ashley Young has revealed just how emotional he expects to feel when his side face Peterborough United in the FA Cup third round, given the possibility of lining up against his own son Tyler.
Everton host Peterborough at Goodison Park, setting up a rare and deeply personal occasion for the Young family within a competitive fixture.
Softfootball gathers that the veteran defender opened up on what the moment would mean to him in an interview with Evertonfc.com.
He said:
I’ve said it for numerous amount of years that if there was a possibility that we was able to play with each other or play against each other, it tops everything I’ve done in my career.
Young made clear the occasion carries far greater significance than any individual result on the pitch. He added:
Hopefully, come game day we’re able to get on the same pitch. I’ve said it since the draw came out, it would be a goosebumps moment for me.
