James McClean breaks silence on 'racist' fans with 'three brain cells between them who hang flags on lampposts' after refusal to wear poppy

James McClean breaks silence on 'racist' fans with 'three brain cells between them who hang flags on lampposts' after refusal to wear poppy

James McClean has called out supporters who targeted him with abuse after he refused to take part in Remembrance commemorations or wear a poppy during Wrexham's victory against Charlton at the weekend.The 36-year-old midfielder remained seated whilst his colleagues observed the pre-match tribute and appeared without the traditional red poppy on his kit.Following the incident, McClean took to Instagram to address his critics with a scathing messa…

Ireland manager backs her players' decision to not wear poppy

Republic of Ireland women’s manager Carla Ward has defended her players’ stance on not wearing the poppy amid controversy in the UK. Ward, who’s from Torquay in England, was speaking after announcing her squad for an upcoming behind-closed-doors friendly against Hungary at the end of the month. Of course, it’s that time of the year in the UK where people remember the British army by wearing poppies for Remembrance Sunday. Four Irish players, Cry…

Ward condemns 'ridiculous abuse' of Irish players during poppy season

Katie McCabe, Caitlin Hayes, Abbie Larkin and Hayley Nolan did not wear a poppy in WSL action this November.

James McClean hits out at fans after facing more abuse for refusing to wear a poppy

James McClean hits out at fans after facing more abuse for refusing to wear a poppy and sitting during a Remembrance Day tribute. He responded to a tweet posted by Royal British Legion, who condemned the abuse towards McClean in February 2021. @PoppyLegion wrote: “Wearing a poppy is a personal choice and we respect anyone’s right to choose not to. We condemn the abuse suffered by @macajw, for choosing not to wear a poppy. Targeting someone for e…