Tag: Ireland

Croke Park-AIB Services digital payment deal

Article posted by Coliseum, February 16^th, 2022

Croke Park in Dublin (Ireland) has announced that it has partnered with AIB Merchant Services, supported by Visa, as it moves to a cashless payment solutions model across the majority of concession units in the stadium. This will support its vision of providing the fastest possible service to... » Read more

UK-Ireland joint bid for Euro 2028

Article posted by Coliseum, February 9^th, 2022

The home nations (nations of the constituent countries of the United Kingdom) and Ireland are to launch a joint bid for the men’s European Championship in 2028 after plans to host the 2030 World Cup were abandoned. ‘The Guardian’ stated that the decision was made after a feasibility study... » Read more

Tight COVID rules for Europe concert crowd

Article posted by Coliseum, December 8^th, 2021

With Europe again becoming an epicenter for COVID-19 with the Omicron variant of the dreaded virus spreading like wild fire in the continent, more European countries have tightened restrictions on concerts in a bid to combat the spread of the virus variant. The ‘IQ Magazine’ stated that Germany... » Read more

Thomond Park to bask in LED ‘glow’ry

Article posted by Coliseum, November 15^th, 2021

A vital stadium upgrade took place at Thomond Park (Ireland) during the off-season as a state-of-the-art LED floodlighting system was installed at the ground. A Dronan Media video shows drone footage of the new lights installed at Thomond Park which is truly a vision for the eyes. The ‘Munster... » Read more

Capacity crowd allowed in Ireland stadia

Article posted by Coliseum, October 20^th, 2021

The Government of Ireland have confirmed that they are pressing ahead with plans to allow sports stadia return to full capacity from October 22nd. ‘The Journal’ stated that the decision applies to indoor and outdoor arenas, and COVID passes will not apply for admission to outdoor events. The... » Read more

FIFA largesse for Irish League clubs

Article posted by Coliseum, September 24^th, 2021

Danske Bank Premiership (Ireland) clubs have been given the green light to apply for loans of up to £240,000 each from FIFA for capital projects. The ‘Belfast Telegraph’ stated that the move was due to be rubber-stamped in May this year but was held up by the Irish Football Association, who... » Read more

Ireland allow limited fans into stadia

Article posted by Coliseum, June 10^th, 2021

The Irish Government recently announced the latest easing of COVID-19 restrictions, which makes way for spectators to return to sporting events. ‘Sky Sports’ stated that from June 7th, 100 attendees were allowed inside stadia fold for matches, with that number rising to 200 at venues which can... » Read more