STOKE City boss Steven Schumacher has declared his affection for Plymouth Argyle will never change and revealed he had a chance meeting with the Pilgrims' owner Simon Hallett before the Championship clash between the sides at the bet365 Stadium.
Schumacher, who quit Argyle to take over at Stoke shortly before Christmas, was the target for loud boos and derisive chants from the travelling Green Army before, during and after the Potters' 3-0 victory.
The former Pilgrims' boss had not spoken to Hallett since his sudden departure from Home Park in December, but saw him and Argyle director John Morgan when he arrived at the stadium with his wife, Victoria.
Schumacher admitted his relationship with Hallett had been 'a bit raw' but believes they can remain friends going forward in the future.
The Stoke boss, whose side are now almost certainly safe from Championship relegation after beating Argyle and moving above them in the table, was asked by Plymouth Live after the match about the very rough reception he got from the Green Army.
He said: "I think it's part of football.
For example, if I had been sacked at Argyle it probably wouldn't be as bad. Obviously, I made a decision that some fans don't agree with, which is fine. I understand it. I get it.
"People who are close to me, who are big Argyle fans - I have got a load of mates down there will all understand as well. They were probably booing me too.
"Everybody understands and knows the affection I have got for Argyle and that will never change. I have seen Simon Hallett and John Morgan right before the game, when I drove in.
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