James McClean poppy abuse sparks EFL rule change to allow Ireland man special dispensation
dailyrecord.co.ukJames McClean will be allowed to make a sharp exit up the tunnel in future to avoid fan abuse for his refusal to wear a poppy.Special measures have been taken by the Football League to try to reduce ‘hate crimes’ given the number of incidents that have occurred involving the Wrexham wide man.
Ireland international McClean is regularly targeted for his anti-poppy stance, one instance of which included a Birmingham City fan throwing a hot drink at him back in September.
Current rules dictate that players must head around the side of the pitch if they are subbed after receiving treatment on the touchline.
However, former West Brom and Wigan man McClean will be allowed to make a beeline for the tunnel via the quickest route available.McClean, 35, is a Derry-born Irish Republican who says he is uncomfortable commemorating those who served in the British military.
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