Did Wrexham ban Yeovil Town's mascot?! Jolly Green Giant forbidden for leading FA Cup underdogs out at SToK Racecourse
Yeovil Town's mascot has been banned from leading the team out for their huge FA Cup clash with Hollywood-owned Wrexham on Sunday.
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Yeovil Town mascot banned from leading team to the ground
Wrexham host Glovers in FA Cup clash on Sunday
Jolly Green Giant will still be present at the ground
WHAT HAPPENED?
The Glovers have confirmed that their beloved mascot, the Jolly Green Giant, has not been granted permission to lead their players onto the pitch during the FA Cup clash at SToK Racecourse on Sunday. It's not certain if Wrexham made the call, or if the FA or TV broadcasters have stepped in.
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WHAT YEOVIL TOWN SAID
The official statement from Yeovil Town read: "Unfortunately we've been refused permission for our mascots to lead out the team today. However, you can still catch them at the ground before the game."
Fans have responded angrily, with X user describing the decision as a "disgrace".
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
There is a lot of buzz surrounding the much-anticipated FA Cup clash as the Red Dragons are set to take the field in front of a sold crowd at their home ground. Midfielder George Evans, who joined the club from Millwall, was left overwhelmed with the fans' response as they thanked them for their support. The team who wins could land a money-spinning tie against Premier League opposition in the next round.
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WHAT NEXT FOR WREXHAM?
Phil Parkinson's side, who have lost just one match in their last 14 outings across all competitions, will head into Sunday's clash as clear favourites against The Glovers. However, as they know, the script often goes out the window during the famous cup competition.