Should EFL permit James McClean to chant against the monarchy? Share your thoughts
James McClean used his Instagram account to respond to a newspaper report. He clarified that the report was accurate and confirmed that he had sung loudly at the event in question. He stated that he had no apologies for his actions. McClean has a history of expressing his opposition to the monarchy, having previously refused to wear a Remembrance Day poppy on his shirts due to his hometown’s history with the British military.
Wrexham and the EFL have not commented on McClean’s recent actions, which occurred shortly after a visit by Prince William. During the visit, Prince William praised the progress of Wrexham FC under the ownership of Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds. The Wrexham fans also participated in the singing during the visit. In December 2022, King Charles and Queen Camilla visited Wrexham’s stadium and interacted with the American owners.
The EFL now faces the decision of whether to take action against McClean for his behavior, considering recent attempts to curb political gestures and abusive behavior in football. The EFL’s handling of McClean’s actions has sparked a debate, and a poll has been introduced in Express Sport for readers to share their opinions.
