McClean is tired having to address poppy issue

JAMES McClean has revealed his teammates are often surprised but respectful when he explains his decision not to wear a poppy.

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The Wrexham player's career has been overshadowed by controversy due to his persistent refusal to have the remembrance symbol on his shirt.

The ex-Republic of Ireland international has frequently clarified his stance, which is rooted in his upbringing on the Creggan estate in Derry.

It was home to approximately half of the 13 unarmed civilians who were fatally shot by British soldiers on Bloody Sunday in 1972.