TODAY marks the grand finale of a week of celebrations for a day Southampton will never forget.
On May 1, 1976, Bobby Stokes scored the only goal against Manchester United at a packed-out Wembley to win the FA Cup.
There were huge celebrations in the streets and this afternoon will be dedicated to that special day.
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The events begin with a reception at Southampton Civic Centre hosted by Mayor Linda Norris, which will be followed by an open-top bus parade through the streets.
Organisers have issued a rallying cry to supporters to line the streets once more to cheer on the 1976 boys.
PICTURED: The route the bus will take
They will be in place at Guildhall Square aboard the bus at 2.45pm where the cup winning legends will mix with supporters.
At 3.10pm, the bus will travel to St Mary's with members of the Southampton Albion Band leading the bus up Marina Parade to the stadium.
The players and McMenemy will then be shown to the crowd at St Mary's before the City match and will then head over to the Mayflower for the show which starts at 8pm.
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