Bohemian FC officials and supporters today cleaned up and covered up the disgusting graffiti on the nearby Liam Whelan Bridge.
Liam was both a local and international legend. Everyone at Bohs echoes the unanimous condemnation of this act and shares the disbelief that someone could do something so thoughtless and hurtful, particularly as members of his family still live locally.
A Cabra man and Ireland international, Whelan was one of 21 people killed in the 1958 Munich Air Disaster as Manchester United made a refuelling stop en route home from a European Cup tie in Belgrade.
He is buried in Glasnevin Cemetery, while the railway bridge at Fassaugh Road in Cabra was renamed in his honour in 2006. Both are just a short walk from Dalymount Park.
Liam’s brother Christy is a long-time Bohs fan and is still a regular at Dalyer. Christy’s grandsons Donal and Cathal are also dedicated supporters of the club.
