Celtic legend Frank McAvennie says player's decision to miss games after father's death is 'woke nonsense'
The former striker apologised for his comments, saying he was 'clumsy' with his words
TL;DR
- Frank McAvennie labeled Auston Trusty's absence from Celtic games after his father's death as "woke nonsense."
- McAvennie questioned how long Trusty would be out, suggesting it was fueled by the "woke brigade."
- Trusty has missed several matches following his father's death last month.
- Celtic manager Martin O'Neill stated Trusty was "celebrating the life of his dad."
- McAvennie later apologized for his remarks, admitting he "should have chosen (his) words more carefully" and acknowledged that everyone deals with grief differently.
- He clarified he was clumsily trying to convey that Celtic needs the player back.
- Celtic has experienced recent poor results, including losses to Celta Vigo and Falkirk.