Garda probe into fire that destroys Waterford soccer club's premises

Brideview United said that the flames had "completely destroyed" the gym, dressing rooms and referees' room at Leonard Fraser Park.

Firefighters tackle the blaze at the Brideview United clubhouse in West Waterford. Picture: Eoghan Dalton.

Gardaí are investigating a "devastating" fire that has gutted the premises of a soccer club in West Waterford.

The fire at Brideview United's grounds broke out at approximately 3.15am on Monday morning and tore through the dressing rooms before emergency services could bring it under control.