Croker’s ‘sweetheart’ semi-final

CROKE PARK officials have described the Heineken Cup semi-final of Munster and Leinster as the ultimate “sweetheart pairing” and revealed corporate ticket prices for the game have been reduced due to the global economic downturn.

The May 2 clash, which is expected to generate €1.3m in rental income for GAA coffers, is a welcome boost to the Association against the backdrop of the financial slowdown.

“It is a sweetheart pairing to have Munster and Leinster playing at Croke Park,” admitted Stadium Director, Peter McKenna. “It is a real bonus to us in these times; it is a fantastic draw.”