James McClean poppy abuse sparks EFL rule change

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James McClean poppy abuse sparks EFL rule change
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McClean is often a target due to his stance of never wearing a poppy for remembrance

James 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.

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. “This has, in the past, resulted in FA sanctions against the club due to the chanting becoming racially, or religiously motivated and therefore, classed as a hate crime. Missiles have also been thrown.

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