James McClean of Ireland, a midfielder for Wigan, stood separately from his teammates during the pre-game moment of silence to remember Queen Elizabeth II.

The Republic of Ireland player has previously declined to participate in gestures by refusing to wear jerseys featuring the symbol of the remembering poppy, so there was discussion before the game on Tuesday, September 14, as to whether he would wear the black armband.

“Unless you are a nationalist that was born and raised in Derry or anywhere else in the north of Ireland then don’t assume or speak on our behalf unless you can relate,” he stated in reference to possible tributes to the Queen earlier in the week.

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