Cork and Limerick exploring Covid-safe All-Ireland victory celebrations

Neither side is counting their chickens yet, but gardaí and council officials in both counties have held talks about what sort of celebration could happen after the All-Ireland final

Mark Coleman of Cork celebrates following the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship semi-final match between Kilkenny and Cork at Croke Park in Dublin. Picture: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

They’re not counting their chickens – but officials in the Rebel county and in Limerick are exploring Covid-compliant homecoming options pending the result of the All-Ireland hurling final.

Exploratory talks have taken place between Cork City Hall, gardaí and the Cork County Board about what could be organised if the game goes Cork’s way on Sunday week. Similar talks are under way in Limerick.