Junior soccer club 'unreservedly condemns' behaviour shown in viral photo of new jersey

A JUNIOR soccer club in Clare have carried out an investigation after a image connected to the club showing illegal substances was circulated on social media.

Avenue United Football Club, based in Ennis, posted a statement on their website and across social media after a picture showing a person holding up the clubs new jerseys with alcohol and drugs paraphernalia clearly visible in the background.

The person in the picture is not identifiable as they are holding the jersey in front of their face.

In their statement, Avenue United said they were aware of the situation and have carried out an internal investigation.

"We would like to reassure all players, parents and sponsors that the photo, which was taken in a domestic setting, was not associated to any coach or player at Avenue United," the club said.

"While the club unreservedly condemns the content of the photo, [we] are currently offering support to the individual involved as a duty of care and have advised of the supports that are available," the statement continued.

"The club will be making no further statement on the matter at this time."