Ashley Young could go head-to-head with his 18-year-old son Tyler in the third round of the FA Cup after Everton were drawn against Peterborough.
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- Young shares excited tweet
- Son Tyler playing for Peterborough
- 18-year-old has one appearance
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WHAT HAPPENED?
Young has reacted on X after Everton were drawn against Peterborough United in the third round of the FA Cup. His son, Tyler, signed for the club in the summer after a successful trial. He has gone on to make one appearance, in the EFL Trophy, but could now come up against his dad.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Young Sr is 39 and is winding down his career, although he has played 13 games for Sean Dyche's side this season. He is, of course, a deeply experienced professional, and he won the FA Cup in 2016 while he was playing at Manchester United.
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WHAT YOUNG SAID
Young wrote: "Wow… dreams might come true. #GoosebumpsMoment #YoungVsYoung."
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WHAT NEXT?
Both Youngs will likely have a fair bit of banter over the dinner table this Christmas. Tyler will hope to get himself into the Peterborough team in time for the potential clash with his father.