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Irish singer Damien Dempsey releases ‘James McClean tribute’ referencing poppy saga

Irish singer Damien Dempsey releases ‘James McClean tribute’ referencing poppy saga

The singer-songwriter dedicated a track on his new album to the Wrexham winger. Damien Dempsey has released a new song in tribute to the Republic of Ireland and Wrexham winger James McClean. The ballad, which can be heard on the Dubliner’s new album Hold Your Joy, is fittingly titled ‘James McClean’ and references the footballer’s […]

1 year ago

Erin McClean reveals some of the abuse directed at husband James

Erin McClean reveals some of the abuse directed at husband James

Erin McClean, partner of Republic of Ireland and Stoke winger James McClean, has revealed some of the abuse her husband has received on social media. McClean engaged in a back and forth with the FA earlier this week and accused the association of failing to deal with years of sectarian abuse aimed at him. In […]

7 years ago

Stoke City fan group addresses James McClean poppy statement

Stoke City fan group addresses James McClean poppy statement

Stoke City fanzine The Oatcake have offered their support to Republic of Ireland winger James McClean over his refusal to wear the poppy. McClean will not wear the remembrance poppy for Stoke City next month due to his belief that the symbol commemorates British military personnel who have died in war and not just soldiers who lost their […]

8 years ago