The GAA are seeking proof from the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) that limited numbers of spectators are congregating and contributing to the spread of Covid-19. “The Association will tonight be issuing an invitation to Dr Glynn to meet with its Covid Advisory Group in this regard without delay. Dr Glynn said he was not aware of any case that can be linked to the playing of sport. If anything, the latest news strengthens the GAA’s case for state aid to assist in staging inter-county competitions from October. Going by the reaction to the announcement, this Government may need a Championship more than the GAA.

Source: Irish Examiner August 19, 2020 05:30 UTC