Limerick confirm Man City friendly

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Manchester City’s first team are on their way to Limerick after the Shannonsiders confirmed a meeting with the Premier League champions on August 5 with a 7pm kick-off at Thomond Park.

 

Tickets will go on sale at 1pm this afternoon, with a spot on the terrace priced at €15, with stand tickets available at €20 and €30. Juniors will be able to see the game for just €10.

 

The friendly is expected to give the city of Limerick a boost of between €8-10 million, with all of City’s stars expected to make the trip.

 

Limerick chairman Pat O'Sullivan said: "I am very happy that such a big club as Man City has agreed to come to Limerick and I wish to thank Damien O'Brien, the FAI and Thomond Park and all at Man City for their wonderful co-operation in ensuring that this event happens."

 

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