Sport with John Duggan: James McClean leaves Derry City
Summary
The hosts discuss the mutual termination of James McLean's contract with Derry City and his recent autobiography, alongside Manchester United's internal tensions between manager Michael Carrick and captain Bruno Fernandes. They also debate Harry Kane winning the Ballon d'Or and Kylian Mbappe's apology after a controversial comment regarding Chairman Mao. The episode concludes with a preview of upcoming EFL Cup matches and the return of National Hunt racing at the Cheltenham Festival.
Topics discussed
James McLean's contract terminated by Derry City
Statements from McLean and Derry City chairman
Discussion on McLean's autobiography and retirement
Manchester United: Carrick and Fernandes tension
Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or and his journey
EFL Cup fixtures and Spanish league rescheduling
Kylian Mbappe controversy over Chairman Mao meme
Analysis of Chinese reaction and free speech limits
National Hunt racing returns with Grade One race
Sign-off and show promotion
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