2026 – Allianz Hurling League Final: Cork v Limerick
2026-04-05 15:00 - 17:30 (Europe/Dublin) | TUS Gaelic Grounds Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
2026 – Allianz Hurling League Final: Cork v Limerick
Cork travel to Gaelic Grounds for the Final of the Allianz Hurling League as they take on Limerick.
The game forms part of a double header, with the Allianz Hurling League Division 1B Final seeing Clare meet Dublin at 1:45pm.
Who: Cork v LimerickWhat: Allianz Hurling League FinalWhere: Gaelic Grounds, LimerickWhen: Sunday, April 5th, 2026 | 4:00pm

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Allianz Hurling League Final: Cork v Limerick – Match Preview & Key Info
The 2026 Allianz Hurling League reaches its climax this Sunday as Cork face Limerick in a highly anticipated Division 1A Final at the TUS Gaelic Grounds.
With both counties showing strong league form, this latest chapter in a growing rivalry promises another high-quality encounter.

📅 Match Details

Fixture: Cork v Limerick
Competition: Allianz Hurling League Division 1A Final
Date: Sunday, April 5th
Throw-in: 4:00 PM
Venue: TUS Gaelic Grounds, Limerick

Also on the day:
Division 1B Final: Clare v Dublin (1:45 PM)

📺 How to Follow

TV: Live coverage on TG4
Radio:

Updates on Cork’s RedFM
Live on C103 FM
RTÉ Radio 1 (Sunday Sport)
RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta (Spórt an Lae)

Online: updates on Cork GAA social media pages. Live score by score updates on Twitter/X and updates on Instagram and Facebook during the game.

🌦️ Weather Forecast

Temperatures: 7–10°C
Conditions: Sunny spells with scattered showers
Winds: Moderate westerly, easing later

🔥 First League final meeting since 1980
Despite both counties’ rich history, they have rarely met in league finals:

Last final meeting: 1980 season
Cork came out on top after a replay

📊 Head-to-Head Facts

Cork League Titles: 15
Limerick League Titles: 14
Final losses: Both sides have lost 9 finals

🎟️ Matchday Atmosphere

Sell-out at the Gaelic Grounds
Let’s make sure to sing loudly for our lads

Cork v Limerick – Allianz Hurling League Final Match Day Information
Venue: T.U.S. Gaelic Grounds, Ennis Road, Limerick
Date: Sunday, April 5th, 2026
Throw-in: 4:00pm Stadium Open from 12:30pm.
Clare will play Dublin in the Division 1B Final at 1:45pm, followed by Limerick v Cork in the Division 1A Final at 4:00pm.
A capacity crowd of 44,000 is expected to attend the games. Supporters are advised to plan their journey in advance and allow plenty of time for travel.
Important Ticket Information

Supporters are asked to download their tickets in advance to their phone or print their tickets
Screenshots of tickets will not be accepted for entry to this fixture
Please ensure your ticket is ready for scanning before arriving at the stadium

Match Coverage
The game will be shown live on TG4.

Garda Traffic Management Plan
A comprehensive Garda Traffic Management Plan will be in operation to cater for the Allianz Hurling League Finals at T.U.S. Gaelic Grounds.
Significant traffic disruption is expected in Limerick City and on all approach roads.

Arrive in plenty of time
Park legally and do not cause obstruction
Do not park on green areas or where parking is prohibited
Vehicles parked illegally may be ticketed or towed

Travel Advice
Patrons are strongly advised to consider parking in Limerick city centre and walking to the stadium, as this will save considerable time on journeys home after the games.

Keep to speed limits
Never drink and drive
Do not text or use your phone while driving

Suggested Route:
Limerick Tunnel → N18 → Exit 5 (Portdrine/Cratloe) → N18 Flyover → Southern Ring Road → Caherdavin Exit (R445) → Ennis Road
Road Closures and Diversions (From 12:00pm)

Sarsfield Bridge – closed to outbound traffic (diversion via Henry Street / Sarsfield Street)
Condell Road / Shelbourne Road Lower – no right turn permitted
Clancy Strand / High Road – no traffic permitted
Belfield Court / High Road – residential traffic only
Stenson Park / Sexton Street North – residential traffic only
Hassetts Cross / Shelbourne Road – Shelbourne Road closed; diversion via Cratloe Road and Sexton Street North
Ennis Road / Ivan’s Cross – traffic diverted to Northern Ring Road and Clonmacken Road
Salesian’s School / North Circular Road – road closure
Shelbourne Road / North Circular Road (Clanmaurice Avenue) – road closure
Union Cross – traffic diverted to Shelbourne Road
Shelbourne Park / Shelbourne Road – road closure
Shelbourne Road / Mayorstone Drive – road closure
Cratloe Road / Mayorstone Avenue – road closure
Cratloe Road / Mayorstone Upper – road closure
Cratloe Road / Mayorstone Upper & T.U.S. Roundabout (Merval Park) – road closure
Ennis Road / Derravaragh Road – local residents only

Parking Information

Motorists are advised to park in Limerick city centre and walk to the stadium (approximately 30 minutes)
Parking is available in city centre car parks and on-street parking
Parking available on Ennis Road between Coonagh Roundabout and Caherdavin Cross
Parking available at the T.U.S. Campus, Old Cratloe Road

Road Closures Impacting Parking:
Ennis Road from Sarsfield Bridge to Caherdavin Cross will be closed from 12:00pm
Shelbourne Road from Hassetts Cross to Condell Road will be closed from 12:00pm
Disability Parking:
Disability parking passes for T.U.S. Gaelic Grounds are only available through GAA County Boards
Bus & Coach Parking:

No specific bus or coach parking near T.U.S. Gaelic Grounds
Drop-off and collection only at Cratloe Road and Condell Road
Coaches should park in designated city centre coach parking areas

After Game Traffic Management
Priority will be given to patrons exiting T.U.S. Gaelic Grounds after the games.

Ennis Road closed from Sarsfield Bridge to Caherdavin Cross
Two outbound lanes on Ennis Road from Caherdavin Cross to Coonagh Roundabout
Outbound traffic directed via R445 → N18 → Exit 5 Portdrine/Cratloe → Southern Ring Road → Tunnel Toll Plaza and Limerick Tunnel
Condell Road closed to inbound traffic at Coonagh Roundabout
Traffic on Clonmacken Road directed towards Clonmacken Roundabout and Condell Road
Inbound Ennis Road traffic via Sarsfield Bridge to city centre
Inbound Cratloe Road traffic via Sexton Street North, Thomond Bridge, Island Road and Dublin Road
Brookeville Avenue at the T.U.S. Roundabout closed
Redgate Road at Old Cratloe Road closed (residents only)

Final Reminder
Supporters are encouraged to arrive early, follow Garda instructions, plan their journey in advance and allow extra time for both arrival and departure.

2026 – Munster MHC | Waterford vs Cork
2026-04-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Fraher Field, Fraher Field, Dungarvan, Ireland
2026 – Munster MHC | Waterford vs Cork

📅 Friday, 10 April 2026
🏟️ Cappoquin Logistics Fraher Field
⏰ 7:00pm
🎟️ Ticket details are below
Let’s get behind our minors as they hit the road for their opening championship game.

2026-MSFC- Cork vs Limerick Q-Final
2026-04-12 14:00 - 15:30 | SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, T12 PF30, Ireland
2026 MSFC Cork v Limerick
Cork will face Limerick at home in the Quarter-Final of the 2026 Munster Senior Football Championship on Saturday, April 12th at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, with a 2:00pm throw-in.
Who: Cork v LimerickWhat: Munster Senior Football Championship – Quarter-FinalWhere: SuperValu Páirc Uí ChaoimhWhen: Sunday, 12th April 2026

2026 Fulfil Munster U20HC: Cork v Waterford
2026-04-15 19:35 - 21:30 | Fraher Field, Fraher Field, Dungarvan, Ireland
2026 Fulfil Munster U20HC: Waterford v Cork
Cork will travel to Cappoquin Logistics Fraher Field to face Waterford in Round 3 of the 2026 Munster Under 20 Hurling Championship on Wednesday, April 15th, with a 7:35pm throw-in.
Who: Waterford v Cork
What: Fulfil Munster Under 20 Hurling Championship – Round 3
Where: Cappoquin Logistics Fraher Field
When: Wednesday, April 15th, 7:35pm

2026- Munster U20 FC Cork v Kerry
2026-04-16 18:00 - 20:30 | SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, T12 PF30, Ireland
2026 – Phase 2 Round 2: Cork v Kerry
Cork return to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh for Phase 2 Round 2 as they take on Kerry.
Who: Cork v KerryWhat: Phase 2 Round 2Where: SuperValu Páirc Uí ChaoimhWhen: Thursday, April 16th, 2026 | 7:00pm
Tickets

2026 – Munster MHC | Tipperary vs Cork
2026-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Semple Stadium, Bohernave Road, Thurles Townparks, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, Ireland
2026 – Munster MHC | Tipperary vs Cork
📅 Wednesday, 17 April 2026
🏟️ Semple Stadium, Thurles
⏰ 7:00pm

2026 MSHC Cork v Tipperary
2026-04-19 15:00 - 17:30 | Semple Stadium, Bohernave Road, Thurles Townparks, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, Ireland
Cork will play Tipperary in Round 1 of the 2026 Munster Senior Hurling Championship on Sunday, April 19th at FBD Semple Stadium, Thurles, with a 4:00pm throw-in.
Who: Cork v TipperaryWhat: Munster Senior Hurling Championship – Round 1Where: FBD Semple Stadium, ThurlesWhen: Sunday, April 19th, 4:00pm
Ticket information- please see update from Munster Council.

Tickets for the first three rounds will be sold exclusively through county boards.
This approach reflects the fact that four of the first six games are being hosted in smaller-capacity venues, while the other two games involve Cork, Limerick and Tipperary, with the first round game between Tipperary and Cork being a repeat of last year’s All Ireland Final.
Any unused or returned tickets from county boards will be released for public sale on the Wednesday prior to each game.

Other match day details will be added once available

2026-MSFC- Cork vs Tipperary Semi-Final
2026-04-25 13:00 - 15:30 | SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, T12 PF30, Ireland
2026 MSFC Cork v Tipperary
Cork will face Tipperary away in the Semi-Final of the 2026 Munster Senior Football Championship on Saturday, April 25th at Semple Stadium, Thurles, with a 2:00pm throw-in.
Who: Cork v Tipperary What: Munster Senior Football Championship – Semi-FinalWhere: Semple Stadium, ThurlesWhen: Saturday, 25th April 2026

2026 MSHC Cork v Limerick
2026-04-26 13:00 - 15:30 | SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, T12 PF30, Ireland
Cork will play Limerick at home in Round 2 of the 2026 Munster Senior Hurling Championship on Sunday, April 26th at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, with a 4:00pm throw-in.

Who: Cork v LimerickWhat: Munster Senior Hurling Championship – Round 2Where: SuperValu Páirc Uí ChaoimhWhen: Sunday, April 26th, 2:00pm

Ticket information- please see update from Munster Council.

Tickets for the first three rounds will be sold exclusively through county boards.
This approach reflects the fact that four of the first six games are being hosted in smaller-capacity venues, while the other two games involve Cork, Limerick and Tipperary, with the first round game between Tipperary and Cork being a repeat of last year’s All Ireland Final.
Any unused or returned tickets from county boards will be released for public sale on the Wednesday prior to each game.

Other match day details will be added once available

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2026-04-27 18:00 - 20:30
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Cork Minors will travel 2nd place Phase 1 team in away for Phase 2 Round 1 as they take on TBC.
Who: Cork v TBCWhat: Phase 2 Round 1Where: Páirc Uí RinnWhen: Monday, April 27th , 2026 | 7:00pm
TicketsTicket information will be added once confirmed

2026 Munster U20HC: Cork v Clare
2026-04-29 18:00 - 21:30 | SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, T12 PF30, Ireland
2026 Fulfil Munster U20HC: Cork v Clare
Cork will host Clare in Round 5 of the 2026 Fulfil Munster Under 20 Hurling Championship on Wednesday, April 29th at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, with a 7:00pm throw-in.
Who: Cork v Clare
What: Fulfil Munster U20 Hurling Championship – Round 5
Where: SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
When: Wednesday, April 29th, 7:00pm

2026 – Munster MHC | Cork vs Clare
2026-05-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Páirc Uí Rinn, Boreenmanna Rd, Ballintemple, Cork, Cork, T12 RF82, Ireland
2026 – Munster MHC | Cork vs Clare
📅 Friday, 1 May 2026
🏟️ Páirc Uí Rinn
⏰ 7:00pm
🎟️ Ticket details will be added later.
Back on home soil! Let’s pack Páirc Uí Rinn and roar on the Rebels!

2026- Munster Minor FC | Cork v Kerry
2026-05-04 18:00 - 20:30
2026 – Phase 2 Round 2: Cork v Kerry
Cork Minors head to Austin Stack Park Tralee for Phase 2 Round 2 as they take on Kerry.
Who: Cork v KerryWhat: Phase 2 Round 2Where: Austin Stack Park Tralee When: Monday, May 4, 2026 | 7:00pm
TicketsTicket information will be added once confirmed

2026 – Munster MHC | Cork vs Limerick
2026-05-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Páirc Uí Rinn, Boreenmanna Rd, Ballintemple, Cork, Cork, T12 RF82, Ireland
2026 – Munster MHC | Cork vs Limerick
📅 Friday, 8 May 2026
🏟️ Páirc Uí Rinn
⏰ 7:00pm
🎟️ Ticket details will be added later.
A huge final-round showdown — be there to support the red and white!

2026 MSHC Cork v Waterford
2026-05-09 18:00 - 19:30
Cork will play Waterford away in Round 3 of the 2026 Munster Senior Hurling Championship on Saturday, May 9th at Walsh Park, Waterford, with a 6:00pm throw-in.
Who: Cork v WaterfordWhat: Munster Senior Hurling Championship – Round 3Where: Walsh Park, WaterfordWhen: Saturday, May 9th, 6:00pm
Ticket information – please see update from Munster Council.

Tickets for the first three rounds will be sold exclusively through county boards.
This approach reflects the fact that four of the first six games are being hosted in smaller-capacity venues, while the other two games involve Cork, Limerick and Tipperary, with the first round game between Tipperary and Cork being a repeat of last year’s All Ireland Final.
Any unused or returned tickets from county boards will be released for public sale on the Wednesday prior to each game.

Other match day details will be added once available

2026- Munster Minor FC | Cork v 1st place Phase 1 team
2026-05-11 18:00 - 20:30
2026 – Phase 2 Round 2: Cork v Kerry
Cork Minors host the winners of 1st place Phase 1 team in Páirc Uí Rinn for Phase 2 Round 3 as they take on TBC.
Who: Cork v KerryWhat: Phase 2 Round 2Where: Páirc Uí RinnWhen: Monday, May 11th , 2026 | 7:00pm
TicketsTicket information will be added once confirmed
