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'A great game for the Midlands': What do fans think of Black Country derby?

It's official. Two Black Country giants will meet in the fourth round of the FA cup after Wolves beat Brentford in their third round round replay on Tuesday night.

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Allan Bell said there had been a big cheer in the social club when the draw was made

There was a tingle of anticipation in the air when we spoke to fans when the draw first produced the possibility of a Black Country derby. And now that it's definitely happening, here's a reminder of what they said.

Andrew Hodges said it would be a good game for the region

Allan Bell from Bilston has been a Wolves supporter for more than 50 years and the 72-year-old said he had been sitting in Coseley Social Club when the draw took place.

He said: "I was sat there in the social club and it was mostly Wolves fans in there and they were all watching the draw coming out, so they cheered when they heard our name come out next to West Brom's name.

"I've been there a long time with Wolves and I've seen all the good times and bad, especially against West Brom.