GAA to distribute additional 1,150 tickets for All-Ireland Football Final as 50% capacity confirmed

The GAA say they gave "careful consideration" to the Government's announcement but ruled out opening 75% of Croke Park, which would equate to an additional 20,575 spectators at the final

Wed, 01 Sep, 2021 - 15:15

Stephen Barry

The GAA will distribute an additional 1,150 tickets for the All-Ireland Football Final between Mayo and Tyrone, bringing the attendance to 41,150, after the Government's decision to permit 50% stadium capacity for all outdoor matches.

The Association say they gave "careful consideration" to the Government's announcement but ruled out opening 75% of Croke Park, which would equate to an additional 20,575 spectators at the final.