Wrexham sign James McClean

[A Quiet Monkfish]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

For obvious reasons I think.

I guess, putting it simply, because Wales was also invaded and occupied by the English. That's a fact, no matter how much you believe in modern day United Kingdom as a cultural entity.

I guess, as a result, a certain proportion of Welsh people also disapprove of the union and it's bloody, oppressive history..... and things like the poppy that can be seen as a form of glorifying or justifying certain historical events.

I know. 1284 was a long time ago, but it seems like only yesterday.

[Trigger]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

Didn't realise he was still playing

[Trigger]

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I know. 1284 was a long time ago, but it seems like only yesterday.

[splott parker]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

Our own Tom Farquharson was way ahead of his time

[Divine Wright]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

I know. 1284 was a long time ago, but it seems like only yesterday.

It's all relative though isn't it.

The impacts of 1284 are more relevant to people living in Wales in 2023 (devolution, language, housing) than the impacts of the 1914-18 war, whose commemoration is , in my opinion, mostly an excuse to reinforce the relevance of a waining union and it's royal family.

I don't suffer any direct emotional trauma from 1284 but I feel sad about the way my country has been abused over the years. The english government and its people (to a greater or lesser extent) tend to run roughshod over my country...... and as much as you or anyone wants to play it down or write it off as melodrama, I really dislike the current situation. It's heart-wrenching.

So, if my football team signs a footballer who publicly opposes british (english) foreign policy over the last couple of hundred years...well, I can sympathise with that.

I don't think I'm the only one in Wales who feels that way. I think there are probably "a lot" of us.

And that's why it less of an issue. ... not a non-issue maybe....but less of a big deal.

[splott parker]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

I wonder how many Welsh supporters who have a ‘patriotic’ go at McLean will be whistling & booing through God Save The King at today’s rugby and tomorrow’s game if Leeds’ fans give us a rendition?

[Rock_Flock_of_Five]

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I know. 1284 was a long time ago, but it seems like only yesterday.

Fair play!

[NYCBlue]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

He's a ****ing hero. I wish we had more like him in Wales.

[Jimmy the Jock]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

Did they sign him to improve their team?
Great start to their campaign 2-0 down in ten minutes.
Lots of chat on here , sad to see some still carrying antiquated viewes .
Been to Ireland twice recently , brilliant country , brilliant people . Most happy to go forward rather than living in the past.
Is there much difference respectively to Wrexham and Man City last season ?
The biggest budget won the league , hardly a fairytale.

[pipster]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

His stance is what British soldiers did in Derry (including the welsh guards if memory serves me correct) and the Bloody Sunday event
He has said if wearing the poppy was only about ww1 and ww2 then he would wear one
Did ozzy ardilles where one when he was at spurs ?
So in one way I respect his decision and stance ( we live in a democracy all views should be heard…. Take note sludge)

Something R&R May regret long term but that is there choice.

In footballing terms though they need players like him in league 2
I wonder what his motives are ? Maybe a season in the MLS after this?

[Jimmy the Jock]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

1-4

[goats]

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1-4

Ooooph…..so glamorous eh

[NYCBlue]

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I should imagine that his motive is for Ireland to be united, and maybe Scotland and Wales not be ruled by Westminster. It's nothing personal, it's strictly business.

[Hilts]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

Wrexham and Notts County have conceded 10 between on the opener.

[William Treseder]

Re: Wrexham sign James McClean

I admire his stance for what he believes in. I admire him for his tremendous charity work benefitting the area where he’s from. As I’m sure many others do.

Personally, I wear a Poppy every yr, as a mark of respect to every fallen service man or woman throughout history from any country.
I’ve never really looked into McClean’s beliefs or opinions, but what ever they are, then he’s entitled to them. He’s just another footballer to me. I hope he does well for Wrexham.