James McClean labelled Declan Rice as 'very overrated' and 'not world class'
Sam Allardyce mocked James McClean over the former Republic of Ireland winger's criticism of Declan Rice.
Former West Ham United boss Allardyce laughed off the criticism when speaking on the ‘No Tippy Tappy Football’ podcast alongside Bolton Wanderers legend Kevin Nolan and presenter Natalie Pike.Read more: Conor McGregor laps up Derry fighter's Belfast pledge after Bellator win“Who is he, James McClean? Who is he?. Ask Mikel Arteta… what he has done for Arsenal last year.”
“But that’s one in… I reckon 60. He’s had one bad game in 60 for England. I thought he’s been brilliant every time I’ve watched him.”Nolan added: “Just going back to him . I can’t believe he’s said that and had the cojones to actually say it because Declan Rice is one of the best in the world at what he does."Speaking on RTE's coverage of the Euros in Germany during the week, McClean commented: "I feel Declan Rice is very overrated.
"I don't think he gets in the Man City side ahead of Rodri. I know Toni Kroos is now retiring, but to me, Toni Kroos is world class. He dictates the game, Rodri dictates the game, I don't think Declan Rice does that.
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