Brendan McFarlane, a senior Republican and key figure in the IRA, recently passed away at 74, after a short illness. He was sentenced to life for his involvement in the 1975 Bayardo Bar attack, which claimed five lives, and was known for his role in the 1983 Maze prison breakout. At a recent Celtic match, fans displayed a banner honoring McFarlane, which drew mixed reactions. While some celebrated his legacy, others criticized the gesture as offensive, highlighting the enduring divisiveness around topics related to the Troubles in Northern Ireland.
The controversial tribute to Brendan McFarlane, a senior Republican who died recently, sparked mixed reactions from fans at a Celtic match, showing deep divisions.
Fans held a banner in tribute to McFarlane, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for the 1975 Bayardo Bar attack, raising questions on his legacy.
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