Legendary FA Cup final match-winner Peter McParland is among more than 30 former Villa players attending an event in the Black Country on Sunday celebrating the club’s 150th anniversary.
McParland, who scored twice when Villa beat Manchester United in the 1957 final, will be at Dudley Sports and Social Club, Brierley Hill, for an afternoon of music, entertainment and memories with supporters getting the chance to meet a host of heroes from the 1950s through to the 90s.
“I had the idea originally back in December when I went and visited Peter, who is Villa’s oldest surviving player, and discussed it with him,” explained organiser Wayne Etheridge. More than 500 supporters have already booked to attend, with some travelling from as far afield as the USA. Music will be provided by four bands, while there will also be a barbecue.
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