'Páirc Uí Chaoimh has to work on a commercial basis' — Cork GAA head on Ed Sheeran gigs

The stage is in the centre of the pitch meaning Páirc Uí Chaoimh will need a six-week window to 'effectively grow a new pitch;

The stage being set up for Ed Sheeran's 'Mathematics Tour' at Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Ballintemple, Cork. The circular stage will be set in the middle of the pitch with six T- shaped ramps reaching out into the crowd area. Photo: Larry Cummins

The head of Cork GAA said he hoped to avoid future clashes between games and concerts at Páirc Uí Chaoimh but insisted the stadium had to operate on a commercial basis.

Kevin O’Donovan was speaking at a press conference at the stadium this morning as work continues on the construction of the spectacular in-the-round stage set-up for the two near sell-out Ed Sheeran concerts on Leeside this week.