🏟️ Match Day Information: Cork v Waterford

All Eyes on SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh as Cork Take on Waterford

Excitement is building across the Rebel County and beyond as Cork get set to clash with Waterford in a highly anticipated Munster Senior Hurling Championship showdown at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh this Sunday, May 25th at 4:00 PM.

With tickets completely sold out, a capacity crowd is expected to descend on Leeside for what promises to be a thrilling afternoon of top-class hurling.


🎟️ Ticket Info – Be Match Day Ready

This event is sold out, and entry is strictly by ticket only. Supporters must follow these steps to ensure a smooth arrival:

  1. Sign into your Ticketmaster account and add your ticket to your mobile wallet.

  2. Transfer any tickets to your friends ahead of time if you booked on their behalf.

  3. Once tickets are in your wallet, just tap your phone at the gate to enter the venue.

  4. Screenshots may not be accepted – have your ticket ready in your mobile wallet or printed out

  5. Make sure your phone is fully charged before leaving home.

📱 Arrive early, be prepared, and you’ll breeze into Páirc Uí Chaoimh with no delays.


🕒 Gates Open at 14:00 – Arrive Early

Fans are encouraged to arrive early to avoid congestion and enjoy the pre-match build-up. With over 40,000 supporters expected, queues and traffic delays are likely, particularly around Ballintemple and the Marina area.


🛣️ Plan Your Route – Walk, Bus, Drive Smart

Walking: The stadium is a 25-minute stroll from Cork City Centre, with the Mahon/Blackrock Green Way offering a scenic route.

Public Transport:

  • Bus Éireann 202 and 212 will bring you close to the stadium, stopping near Ballintemple.

  • Kent Station is just 30 minutes away by foot for rail users.

Driving:
Fans driving to the game should use City Centre car parks, Kennedy Quay, or the Mahon and Blackrock GAA club areas. Please respect local residents and avoid illegal parking.

A traffic cordon will be in operation around the stadium, coordinated by An Garda Síochána.


🌦️ Weather, Facilities & Fan Comfort

Check the forecast before you leave and dress appropriately – Páirc Uí Chaoimh is an open stadium. Food, drink, and toilet facilities will be available inside. Please note that outside food and beverages may not be permitted.


♿ Accessibility & Support

Accessible seating and facilities are available. If you require additional support on the day, we advise contacting the stadium in advance for assistance.


🚦 Post-Match Traffic Plan

After the final whistle, priority will be given to vehicles parked in the Mahon and South Link Road areas, including Páirc Uí Rinn, to ease traffic flow and reduce delays for all supporters.

The Cork Senior Football Team to play Meath in Group 2, Round 1 of the All Ireland Qualifiers has been announced;

The Cork Senior Football team to play Meath in Group 2, Round 1 of the All-Ireland Championship at Páirc Tailteann, Navan on Saturday 24th May 3pm has been announced;

1. Micheál Aodh Martin, Nemo Rangers
2. Seán Meehan, Kiskeam
3. Daniel O’Mahony, Knocknagree (Captain)
4. Maurice Shanley, Clonakilty
5. Brian O’Driscoll, Carrigaline
6. Rory Maguire, Castlehaven
7. Matty Taylor, Mallow
8. Ian Maguire, St Finbarr’s
9. Colm O’Callaghan, Éire Óg
10. Paul Walsh, Kanturk
11. Seán Powter, Douglas
12. Seán McDonnell, Mallow
13. Mark Cronin, Nemo Rangers
14. Cathail O’Mahony, Mitchelstown
15. Chris Óg Jones, Uíbh Laoire
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16. Patrick Doyle, Knocknagree
17. Briain Murphy, Nemo Rangers
18. Neil Lordan, Ballinora
19. Darragh Cashman, Millstreet
20. Luke Fahy, Ballincollig
21. Seán Walsh, Mitchelstown
22. Conor Cahalane, Castlehaven
23. Eoghan McSweeney, Knocknagree
24. Ruairí Deane, Bantry Blues
25. Éanna O’Hanlon, Kilshannig
26. Hugh O’Connor, Newmarket
Standby Players;
27. Conor Corbett, Clyda Rovers.
28. Seán Dore, Ballincollig

The Cork Senior Hurling team to play Waterford in round 5 of the Munster Championship has been announced;

The Cork Senior Hurling team to play Waterford in Round 5 of the Munster Championship at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday 25th May at 4pm has been announced;

1. Patrick Collins, Ballinhassig
2. Ger Millerick, Fr O’Neill’s
3. Eoin Downey, Glen Rovers
4. Seán O’Donoghue, Inniscarra
5. Cormac O’Brien, Newtownshandrum
6. Ciarán Joyce, Castlemartyr
7. Mark Coleman, Blarney
8. Tim O’Mahony, Newtownshandrum
9. Brian Roche, Bride Rovers
10. Shane Barrett, Blarney (Capt)
11. Darragh Fitzgibbon, Charleville
12. Séamus Harnedy, St Ita’s
13. Patrick Horgan, Glen Rovers
14. Alan Connolly, Blackrock
15. Brian Hayes, St Finbarr’s
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16. Bríon Saunderson, Midleton
17. Damien Cahalane, St Finbarr’s
18. Eoin Roche, Bride Rovers
19. Tommy O’Connell, Midleton
20. Ethan Twomey, St Finbarr’s
21. Luke Meade, Newcestown
22. Conor Lehane, Midleton
23. Diarmuid Healy, Lisgoold
24. Jack O’Connor, Sarsfields
25. William Buckley, St. Finbarr’s
26. Shane Kingston, Douglas

The Cork Minor Football team to play Kerry in the Electric Ireland Final has been announced;

The Cork team to play Kerry in the Electric Ireland Munster Minor Football Final at Austin Stack Park, Tralee on Friday 23rd May 7.35pm has been announced;

  1. Rory Twohig, Kilmeen
  2. Ben Coffey, Clonakilty
  3. Aaron Keane, Kinsale
  4. Matthew Kiernan, Carrigaline
  5. Eoin Looney, Lyre
  6. Cathal McCarthy, St Colum’s (Captain)
  7. Brian Cronin, Ballincollig
  8. Samuel Kelleher Leavy, Macroom
  9. Ronan Hayes, Carbery Rangers
  10. Tom Whooley, Clonakilty
  11. Donagh Flynn, Argideen Rangers
  12. Niall O’Callaghan, Castlehaven
  13. Daniel McCarthy, Castlehaven
  14. Ben Corkery Delaney, Carrigaline
  15. Eoin Maguire, Castlehaven
  16. Diarmuid O’Riordan, Mallow
  17. Jack Hanrahan, Mitchelstown
  18. Joe Miskella, Ballincollig
  19. Seán O’Sullivan, Aghabullogue
  20. Sam Long, Newcestown
  21. Luke O’Mahony, Newcestown
  22. Jerry O’Leary, Ballinascarthy
  23. Edwin Collins, Kiskeam
  24. Éamonn Ger O’Sullivan, Clyda Rovers

All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Round 1 | Cork vs Meath

🏐 All-Ireland Senior Football Championship – Round 1
📍 Navan | 🗓 Saturday, 25th May | 🕒 3:00 PM
🔥 Cork vs Meath

The race for Sam is on – and it all begins in Navan.

Cork will kick off their 2025 All-Ireland Senior Football Championship campaign with a Round 1 clash against Meath on Saturday, 25th May at 3pm in Páirc Tailteann, Navan.

After a competitive run through the Munster Championship, John Cleary’s side will be eager to make a strong start in the group stage and build momentum for the summer ahead. Meath, buoyed by home advantage, are sure to provide a stern test.

This promises to be a fierce encounter between two proud footballing counties – with both sides hungry to progress.

🎟 TICKET INFORMATION:
Tickets are available now via www.gaacork.ie/tickets and participating Centra and SuperValu stores. Supporters are encouraged to secure their seats early and travel in numbers to back the Rebels on the road.

📲 MATCH COVERAGE:
Follow live updates on Cork GAA’s social media channels, with match reports and post-game reaction to follow here on CorkGAA.ie. Please note, the game is not being streamed so please don’t click on any link.

Let’s get behind the lads in red as they head into All-Ireland action.