If you’re a football fan, you’ll likely know by now that Oldham Athletic were promoted back into the English Football League after a dramatic victory in the National League play-off.

They came from behind in extra-time to beat Southend United 3-2!

What a result, and what a day for the fans that made the trip to London. Amongst that crowd of nearly 21,000 Latics fans was Gary, who was at Wembley Stadium alongside his Shared Lives Carers, Emma and Andy.

"I think this has been the best day of my life!"

Those were Gary’s words after an incredible day.

It started with a long coach-journey, followed by some time meeting up with old friends and making new ones in and around the stadium.

Then came the big match…

Of course footy matches usually last 90 minutes, but this one lasted 120 minutes plus stoppage time, and felt like a lot longer! The final whistle was worth the wait though, and sharing this moment with each other and so many other fans meant the world to Gary, Emma and Andy.

There was so much joy on the way home after such a big build-up, and years of following Latics through thick and thin. Part of the build-up for Gary was designing some banners with friends at the MILES@Ena Day Service, and being part of a pre-match video featuring people from across MioCare, who wanted to wish the team well.

Gary would highly recommend you watch that video, and while you're at it, search out the match highlights which have been on repeat in his Shared Lives household!

"Come on, Oldham!"