Larne suspend midfielder John Herron for wearing t-shirt with pro-IRA slogan

"There is no room for behaviour which falls outside of this ethos."

Larne FC have suspended John Herron with immediate effect after images of the player wearing a t-shirt with a pro-IRA slogan appeared on social media. A photograph of Herron wearing a t-shirt which appeared to have "tiocfaidh ár lá" and "ooh ah up the ra" printed on the front circulated on social media over the weekend. The Scottish midfielder will not play for the Irish Premiership side during his suspension while the club undertake an investigation into the matter. https://twitter.com/larnefc/status/1559123431492296705

Larne FC suspend player for wearing a t-shirt with a pro-IRA slogan.

Larne released a statement after suspending Herron, which reads:

"Following the circulation of an image online yesterday evening (Sunday), Larne Football Club can confirm John Herron has been suspended with immediate effect. "For the period of his suspension, John will not represent the club in fixtures at any level. An investigation into this incident is now underway. "We have shown that we are an inclusive football club for all, demonstrated not only in words but also by our extensive work in the local community. "There is no room for behaviour which falls outside of this ethos and we fully expect members, players and anyone associated with the club to reflect these standards at all times. We will be making no further comment until the investigation has been completed."

Herron, 28, started his career with Celtic and played two games for the club before joining Blackpool in 2015. He joined Glentoran in 2018 before signing for Larne in 2020.