16,000 fans in Limerick to welcome All-Ireland champions

Limerick is celebrating a golden era in hurling, with approximately 16,000 fans gathering in Pery Square to welcome home their All-Ireland champions. This victory marks the team's sixth All-Ireland title since 2018, a testament to their sustained dominance.

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These are the golden days for Limerick hurling.

Manager John Kiely had urged supporters to make their voices heard at Croke Park for the final, and the fans responded, roaring the team to victory. Now, the city is returning the favor, celebrating the players who have brought the Liam McCarthy Cup back to Shannonside.

The champions shared their success earlier in the day with special supporters at Children's Health Ireland at Crumlin. The team began their journey home from Heuston Station, with players like Cian Lynch, Gearóid Hegarty, Diarmaid Byrnes, and Cathal O'Neill being hailed as hurling legends.

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They answered that call, roaring their team to victory.

The atmosphere in Limerick is electric as the city prepares for the team's arrival at Colbert Station around 5:30 p.m. A civic reception and a stage greeting await the players, who will be welcomed by a sea of green, celebrating a remarkable achievement under the sunshine.

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This evening, it's their turn to celebrate alongside the players who are bringing the Liam McCarthy Cup back to Shannonside.