40,000 cheer Kerry footballers at home

More than 40,000 supporters turned out in Tralee and Killarney last night to welcome home the Sam Maguire Cup and the victorious Kerry football team.

40,000 cheer Kerry footballers at home
Tue, 28 Sep, 2004 - 08:24

More than 40,000 supporters turned out in Tralee and Killarney last night to welcome home the Sam Maguire Cup and the victorious Kerry football team.

Kerry manager Jack O'Connor hailed the large crowds, saying he couldn't believe the turnout.

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