Bangor-born singer defends support for Republic

Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody has defended cheering on Ireland during Euro 2012.

Bangor-born singer defends support for Republic
Thu, 14 Jun, 2012 - 01:00
Ed Carty, Gdansk

The singer, born in Bangor, Co Down, is a fully fledged supporter of his home country, but he has been attacked online for supporting both sides.

ā€œIā€™m a Northern Ireland supporter for sure,ā€ said Lightbody.

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