‘I'm super excited, I've never been to Wembley before': Northern Ireland youngster ahead FA Cup Semi-Final
Fledgling Northern Ireland international Justin Devenny is set to land at Wembley today. And he admits that Saturday's FA Cup semi-final for Crystal Palace against Aston Villa is not only a major landmark for him but one step closer to cherished silverware.
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