Wrexham winger had plenty to say about the state of Irish domestic football
Footballer James McClean taking part in an AsIAm autism awareness event at St Mary's Church Park, Dublin. Photograph: Brian Lawless/PA Wirewinger James McClean was in Dublin this week to promote autism charity As I Am, and the visit got him thinking about the old days, and a possible return to the Brandywell.’ trip to the Brandywell to face Derry . It’s second versus fourth with Shelbourne five points clear at the top in the Premier Division.
Still, imagine McClean, now at Wrexham, reappearing in candy stripes, 13 years after leaving. Despite turning 35 on Monday, the Creggan native intends to finish his career at home.Conference League: Emiliano Martinez stars as Aston Villa beat Lille on penalties“I’ve never hidden the fact that I want to finish my career at Derry City,” he said. “Maybe there might be a role there for me.
“I saw Duffer speak about the future of Irish football, how it is through the domestic league and he’s spot on. He’s not saying ‘call up the players from the League’ squads but there has to be a platform from a young age for players to have the best access available to go on and flourish.
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