Wirral school team set to play at Wembley
The U11 team recently won the Utilita Kids Cup League Two Northern Finals, beating hosts Accrington Stanley 2-0 in the final.
This means they are through to the final of the Utilita Kids Cup which is being held at Wembley Stadium ahead of the EFL League Two play-off final on 26th May.
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The Utilita Kids and girls cup tournaments offer schoolchildren the chance to live their dream, playing in front of thousands of fans.
Mr. Rudd, teacher at Higher Bebington commented on the team's achievement: 'It's going to be a once in a lifetime opportunity (playing at Wembley) and I can't wait to experience it with the nine boys. We've come here today representing the Wirral superbly with great morals and we fought until the end, I'm so proud!'.
First team Tranmere players Regen Hendry, Sol Solomon and Lee O'Connor also visited the school to inspire the team ahead of their once in a lifetime experience at Wembley
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