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Family of Northern Ireland starlet who switched allegiance targeted by online trolls

Chris Atherton, 17, joined the Republic of Ireland after officially switching from Northern Ireland and faced online abuse targeting him and his family, his father said.

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The Armagh native famously made his first team debut at Glenavon in the Bet McLean League cup at the age of 13

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Teenager targeted by online trolls after changing allegiance to Republic of Ireland

The Chelsea star holds the record as youngest ever player to represent his club at the top level after playing with Armagh side Glenavon at the age of 13

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Family of Northern Ireland starlet who switched allegiance targeted by online trolls

The Armagh native famously made his first team debut at Glenavon in the Bet McLean League cup at the age of 13

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Belfast Live broke the news in Belfast, United Kingdom on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
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