GAA declares Casement Park Euro 2028 rejection a 'missed opportunity'

The UK government recently announced they would not be providing redevelopment funding for the stadium in time for the European Championships in 2028
GAA declares Casement Park Euro 2028 rejection a 'missed opportunity'

A general view of Casement Park GAA stadium in Belfast.

GAA chiefs have said that the confirmation Belfast's Casement Park won’t be hosting at Euro 2028 is a "missed opportunity" that will be looked back on "with considerable regret". 

Croke Park officials have sought an ‘urgent meeting’ with the UK’s Sec of State Hilary Benn to discuss the next steps for the ground's redevelopment.

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