Wrexham bans political messages on Paul Mullin's boots
Paul Mullin, a striker for Wrexham, is banned from wearing boots with a derogatory phrase regarding the Conservative Party.
By ET Spotlight Special |
Agencies
English footballer Paul Mullin has posted images from the club's Racecourse Ground to social media to reveal the custom-made footwear. Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, two Hollywood celebrities who own Wrexham, said the pictures were taken without their consent or knowledge.
According to the National League team, they have a neutral stance on politics. They further stated that this issue would be dealt with privately.
According to Wrexham's Conservative MP Sarah Atherton, the club's prompt response to Mullin's social media post made her grateful and signaled the affair's end.
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According to a statement, Mullin will continue to play a vital role in Wrexham's promotion campaign. However, this issue is an "unwelcome distraction" ahead of Tuesday's team's home game against Halifax.
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The statement continued that the club can clarify that it will not wear the boots disclosed by Paul Mullin on social media in any Wrexham AFC match. Besides, the images taken at the Racecourse Ground were done without our knowledge or agreement.
The statement further added that the club recognizes that everyone has the right to their own opinion. However, one person's viewpoint cannot be accurately attributed to the viewpoint of the entire group or the club.
FAQs
Q1. Has the club taken sides on political issues? The club has taken a neutral stance on numerous political issues and plans to do so in the future.
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Q2. Will Paul Mullin still be a part of the club? Paul Mullin will continue to play a vital role in the club's efforts to earn promotion on the field and improve the community of it after this unfortunate diversion.