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George Flood

Ashley Young 'gutted' after being denied father vs son history in FA Cup

History denied: Everton’s Ashley Young did not face son Tyler in the FA Cup third round - (PA / Instagram / ES Comp)

Ashley Young says he is “gutted” after being denied the chance to face his son Tyler in the FA Cup clash between Peterborough and Everton.

Thursday night’s third round tie that saw the League One side host Premier League opponents at the Weston Homes Stadium was most notable for the prospect of father potentially lining up against son in a historic 154-year first for the world’s oldest football competition.

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