GAA’s informal talks with IRFU, FAI on Croke Park

THE GAA has had “unofficial” contact with the other main sporting organisations about the possibility of playing rugby and soccer internationals in Croke Park, Director General Liam Mulvihill revealed yesterday.

And, he confirmed there is “cooperation” with the IRFU regarding the modernisation of Lansdowne Road, based on the GAA’s experiences in redeveloping their own stadium.

Briefing the media yesterday on his annual report for next month’s Congress, at which motions on Rule 42 will be debated, Mr Mulvihill was asked if there had been official approaches from either sporting body about using Croke Park.