So saying 'up the ira' isn't praising them then?
I'm sorry but the ira are the lowest scum on earth. I don't believe that deegan believes what he says, but that's not the point. Even on the basis of stupidity he deserves to be punished.
That is the point, you don't believe he means it. So he, in your eyes is
not guilty of supporting the IRA. He is guilty of making a stupid comment in bad taste banter, for which he immeadiately apologised, explained it was banter and removed it.
If you are correct, you should not be judging him as a supporter of terrorism, but as someone who made a bad taste joke.
No one on here is saying nothing should happen. Some people want him sacked I think most people are saying that is an over reaction and he should be made to do a public apology in which he explains his views on terrorism. Also he should pay a donation to charity.
What do you think is the suitable punishment for making a bad taste joke and apologising?
What does a suspension achieve other than punish the club and the fans, as it sets him back a week and a half in training?