Limerick mayor warns of potential Covid case rise after All-Ireland Final

Echoing remarks from, officials at the Department of Public Health Mid-West, Daniel Butler urged those travelling to limit social activity and be mindful of public health guidelines.

A giant flag adorns King John's Castle in Limerick city, ahead of today's All-Ireland Final game against Cork. Picture: Don Moloney

The Lord Mayor of Limerick has said there will likely be a rise in Covid-19 cases in the city and county in the wake of today's All-Ireland Final clash with Cork. 

40,000 spectators from Limerick and Cork will be at the final in Croke Park today - the largest crowd permitted at an event since before the pandemic.