Walsall at Wembley: Jack, 90, prepares for Saddlers' historic day
He is one of Walsall's oldest fans and the chance to see his beloved Saddlers at Wembley was a dream he never expected to come true.
But now 90-year-old Jack Huskisson is preparing for his first trip to the national stadium to cheer on the team he has followed for more than eight decades.
Since his first game at the old Fellows Park aged seven-and-a-half he has seen the highs of cup wins against Arsenal and Manchester United.
Although a win at Wembley against Bristol City at Wembley, the club's first appearance in its 127 year history, could well top the lot.
The great-grandfather, a veteran of the D-Day landings has been following the Saddlers since the 1930s.
Mr Huskisson, from Palfrey, said: "I am 90 years-old of age and I never thought I would see the day.
It was fantastic against Preston, I was crying at full time. One or two by me had tears in their eyes.
"I am very proud to be a Walsall fan. It will be the happiest time of my life in terms of football.
"I am very, very nervous I must admit, it is a long time coming 127 years.
"We beat Reading at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff but I got the flu and couldn't go. I missed that so I am hoping to make this one definitely."
Mr Huskisson still attends home games and will be travelling to the stadium by coach.
He believes stand out players in the current team include full back Andy Taylor and the Chambers twins.
The long-time supporter is optimistic the Saddlers can go and bring back the Johnstone's Paint Trophy.
"They have got a very good away record in the league so they can do it.
"Dean Smith has done a good job really, he hasn't had the money to throw about."
