James McClean's brother left out of Glentoran squad amid New IRA parade probe

The images appear to show Patrick McClean among a crowd at an Easter Monday parade which is linked to the New IRA.
Masked men taking part in The New IRA on parade in Derry on Monday
Patrick McClean has been left out of the Glentoran team as they take on Larne after the club said it was investigating footage allegedly showing the player attending a dissident republican rally in Derry.
The images appear to show the defender among a crowd at an Easter Monday parade which is linked to the New IRA.
Glentoran said in a brief statement they were aware that footage of one of their players was circulating online: 'The club is fully committed to maintaining a respectful, inclusive and welcoming environment for all players, staff, supporters and the wider community.
'The matter is being reviewed internally in line with club policies and no further comment will be made at this time.'
McClean is a brother of the Wrexham winger and Ireland international James McClean.
A colour party in paramilitary-style attire and with face-coverings joined dozens of people who marched from the Creggan area to Free Derry Corner in the Bogside.
Young people wearing masks walked in front of the parade with the intention of attacking any PSNI vehicles along the route.
As republicans delivered speeches in the Bogside, young people made their way to Bishop Street where there was a police presence.
They subsequently attacked the PSNI with petrol bombs and fireworks close to an old people's home.
There is no suggestion McClean was involved in disorder or engaged by police.
Glentoran boss Declan Devine has urged his players to give it their all when they take on Larne at Inver Park this evening, with automatic European qualification on the line.
The Glens require a victory to overtake Larne and secure a spot in the UEFA Europa Conference League qualifiers, whereas a draw or loss would mean facing the uncertainty of the European play-offs.
Devine said: "We can't have any regrets come Saturday evening. We've got 90 minutes to show what we're about and we've got to give absolutely everything to come away from Inver Park with the three points and secure our place in Europe.
"We've worked incredibly hard to reach this point and now it all comes down to one game - a straight shootout between ourselves and Larne.
'They only need a draw, but we were always coming here with the mentality to win. In many ways, knowing exactly what we need suits us."

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