IT has been confirmed that Hereford FC's mascot - Hawkesbury 1 Ronaldo - will definitely be going to Wembley following the completion of all the necessary work.

The prized Hereford bull will be making his way pitchside at 11.10am before being paraded in front of the Hereford fans for around half an hour. 

"I have to be honest, when this idea was first mooted I was not confident we would succeed with our proposal," said Hereford chairman Jon Hale.

"Therefore I am absolutely delighted that the FA and Wembley Stadium have agreed to our request and I know seeing ‘Ronaldo’ gracing such a iconic venue will be a proud moment for every Herefordian.

"I’d like to thank everyone who has played a part in making this happen – it is only going to make what will be a special day even more remarkable."

Herefordshire Football Association chief executive Jim Lambert added: "I am delighted that we have been able to facilitate the meeting with the FA to enable Ronaldo to grace this wonderful occasion.

"I’m sure the Hereford public will appreciate and respect ‘Ronaldo’.

"A Hereford team at Wembley is a source of pride not only to the football club, but to the county as a whole."