Larne FC mutually terminate contract with John Herron after Féile controversy

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John Herron has left Larne FC by mutual agreement following on from the controversy surronding pictures that appear to show the player wearing a shirt with pro-IRA slogans Credit: Pacemaker

Larne FC have terminated the contract of John Herron by mutual consent with the player.

Herron had been suspended by the club after photos appeared online that appeared to show him wearing a T-shirt with pro-IRA slogans. Larne FC said in a statement on Monday night that it was committed "to being an inclusive football club.

"We will continue to be unwavering in our work to make Inver Park a place for all and will not allow this to be undermined in any way, shape or form.

“The club will be making no further comment on the matter."

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