‘One said ‘I hope your kids get coronavirus’’: Patrick McClean condemns abuse aimed at brother James

The Republic of Ireland winger has received messages targeting his children with threats related to the coronavirus.

Tue, 31 Mar, 2020 - 14:00

Stephen Barry

The death threats and vile abuse aimed at James McClean and his family have been condemned by his brother Patrick.

The Republic of Ireland and Stoke winger, a regular target for online trolls, has received messages targeting his children with threats related to the coronavirus.

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