Ipswich Town players Emyr Huws and David McGoldrick paid a surpise visit to Cedarwood Primary's football team, who are going to play at Wembley in May. Back L-R Daniel Dersley,Josh Moore,Reuben Swann,David McGoldrick,Mr Parker,Emyr Huws,Theo Hume,Regan Tuck. Front L-R Harry Boon,Davie Goffin,Arun and Lushan Maudhoo. Picture:Sarah Lucy Brown (Image: Archant)
The squad from Cedarwood Primary School in Kesgrave are having a hugely successful season - and are set to play at Wembley representing Ipswich in the EFL Schools Cup final on May 29.
The school’s football coach Rob Parker said the youngsters had no idea the Ipswich stars were turning up.
Ipswich Town players Emyr Huws and David McGoldrick paid a surpise visit to Cedarwood Primary's football team, who are going to play at Wembley in May. Back L-R Daniel Dersley,Josh Moore,Reuben Swann,David McGoldrick,Mr Parker,Emyr Huws,Theo Hume,Regan Tuck. Front L-R Harry Boon,Davie Goffin,Arun and Lushan Maudhoo. Picture:Sarah Lucy Brown (Image: Archant)
He said: “They knew they were getting an Ipswich Town kit from the club to play in at Wembley and they thought that was a big enough deal.
“I couldn’t keep them quiet before hand but as soon as the players turned up they were quiet as mice.
Ipswich Town players Emyr Huws and David McGoldrick paid a surpise visit to Cedarwood Primary's football team, who are going to play at Wembley in May. Back L-R Daniel Dersley,Josh Moore,Reuben Swann,David McGoldrick,Mr Parker,Emyr Huws,Theo Hume,Regan Tuck. Front L-R Harry Boon,Davie Goffin,Arun and Lushan Maudhoo. Picture:Sarah Lucy Brown (Image: Archant)
“Our team has done absolutely fantastic and have made us so proud.
“Going and playing at Wembley will be a once in a lifetime opportunity for them.”
Ipswich Town players Emyr Huws and David McGoldrick paid a surpise visit to Cedarwood Primary's football team, who are going to play at Wembley in May. Back L-R Daniel Dersley,Josh Moore,Reuben Swann,David McGoldrick,Mr Parker,Emyr Huws,Theo Hume,Regan Tuck. Front L-R Harry Boon,Davie Goffin,Arun and Lushan Maudhoo. Picture:Sarah Lucy Brown (Image: Archant)
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