article_snippet: But that cuts no ice with critics, some of whom have called on the IFA to boycott the fixture.
article_snippet: Gary McAllister told Press Association Sport: 'Press Association Sport understand there will be a protest near the stadium and that is Press Association Sport
article_snippet: I imagine it will be very peaceful and Press Association Sport are fully entitled to do that. '
article_snippet: But this is not an IFA decision and I don't think suggestions that the game is forfeited are realistic at all. '
article_snippet: It is clearly a matter of choice.
article_snippet: Some fans have made the decision not to attend for sincerely held beliefs and no doubt Some fans are passionate as any other fans. '
article_snippet: I fully respect those who oppose it but it must be, and it will be, played.'