REGARDING Lionel Walsh being attacked at the Burnley v Brentford (LET, October 13) game, what did he think he was doing!

Who in their right mind goes to a Burnley match wearing a Blackburn Rovers' shirt when they are not playing against each other? I live in Accrington and support neither team, but like most people in East Lancashire, know of the fierce rivalry between both clubs. Did Mr Walsh not stop to think of what his action could cause?

It was unfortunate that he was attacked, but because of his stupidity, young children, pensioners or innocent by-standers could have been seriously injured.

Due to Mr Walsh and his so-called Christian viewpoint he has probably thrown another log on the fire which burns between both sets of fans. Where is he going next week? To a Rangers match in a Celtic shirt?

M SHACKLETON, Accrington (full address received).

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