Cork are set to welcome Munster rivals Kerry to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday, May 31st, for a crucial Round 2 clash in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship (Group 2).

This fixture marks a pivotal moment in Cork’s championship campaign as the team look to build momentum in front of a home crowd. Throw-in is at 4:45 PM.

Manager John Cleary has named the Cork Senior Football team to face Kerry. The starting fifteen is as follows: Micheál Aodh Martin (Nemo Rangers) starts in goal, with a full-back line of Seán Meehan (Kiskeam), Daniel O’Mahony (Knocknagree, captain), and Maurice Shanley (Clonakilty). The half-back line features Brian O’Driscoll (Carrigaline), Seán Powter (Douglas), and Matty Taylor (Mallow). In midfield, Ian Maguire (St Finbarr’s) partners Colm O’Callaghan (Éire Óg). The half-forward line consists of Paul Walsh (Kanturk), Eoghan McSweeney (Knocknagree), and Seán McDonnell (Mallow), while the inside forward line is made up of Mark Cronin (Nemo Rangers), Cathail O’Mahony (Mitchelstown), and Chris Óg Jones (Uíbh Laoire).

The matchday panel also includes Patrick Doyle (Knocknagree), Neil Lordan (Ballinora), Seán Brady (Ballygarvan), Rory Maguire (Castlehaven), Luke Fahy (Ballincollig), Seán Walsh (Mitchelstown), Conor Cahalane (Castlehaven), Ruairí Deane (Bantry Blues), Éanna O’Hanlon (Kilshannig), Hugh O’Connor (Newmarket), and Brian Hurley (Castlehaven). Standby players are Darragh Cashman (Millstreet), Conor Corbett (Clyda Rovers), David Buckley (Newcestown), and Seán Dore (Ballincollig).

Daniel O’Mahony of Knocknagree will captain the side

🎟️ Ticket Information

Tickets for the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Round 2 match between Cork and Kerry are available for purchase through the following channels:

• Online: Ticketmaster GAA Portal

• In-Person: Participating Centra and SuperValu outlets nationwide

🏟️ MATCH DAY INFORMATION

SATURDAY 31st MAY 2025

ALL-IRELAND SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP – GROUP 2, ROUND 2

🟥🟢 CORK v KERRY 🟢🟡 — THROW-IN: 16:45

✅ ACCESS TO THE STADIUM

SEATING INFORMATION

• South Stand Level 1, Premium Level, and North Stand Blackrock Terraces

• Please do not travel without a ticket.

• Print/download your ticket and have it ready on entry.

• Ensure your phone is fully charged.

🎟️ MATCH TICKETS

• Available at www.gaacork.ie/tickets

🌦️ DRESS FOR WEATHER

• Check weather updates before travelling

• Dress appropriately for changing conditions

🚗 PLAN YOUR JOURNEY & PARKING

• Roads may be closed before and after the game

• Traffic is expected to be heavy – plan ahead

• Park legally and respect the local community

👮‍♂️ STEWARDS & AN GARDA

• Always follow directions from stewards and An Garda for your safety

🚍 WAYS TO GET TO THE STADIUM

🚌 PUBLIC TRANSPORT

• Served by Bus Éireann Routes 202 & 212 (Blackrock Rd stop by pharmacy)

• 30-minute walk from Kent Station (trains from East Cork & Dublin)

🚶‍♂️ WALK TO STADIUM

• 25-minute walk from Cork City Centre

• All City Car Parks available

• Mahon/Blackrock Greenway connects directly to the stadium

🚘 DRIVING

• Use City Centre car parks, Kennedy Quay, or Boreenmanna Rd

• Mahon area, Blackrock GAA, and local rowing club car parks recommended

• Do not park illegally – respect local residents

⏰ STADIUM OPENS: 15:15

🚫 A cordon will operate on the roads around the stadium by An Garda Síochána

🚶 POST-GAME EGRESS

• As part of exit plans, priority will be given to cars in Mahon and South Link Rd areas (e.g., Páirc Uí Rinn)