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Liam Whelan Tribute 2nd Febuary

  • 24-01-2008 08:08PM
    #1
    andrew1977
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    The Cabra Community have organised a day of Memorial events for Liam
    Whelan, a Cabra man who perished on the Munich flight.
    Liam was one of United's best players as well as playing for Ireland. Events
    include a wreathlaying ceremony at the Liam Whelan Plaque on Connaught
    St. bridge at 12pm, followed by a memorial mass.
    There will be a challenge match between a Cabra select versus a League of Ireland selctwhich will contain past & present players.
    The Cabra select will all wearjerseys with the Whelan name
    and his number, 8.
    This is an event for all soccer supporters. It is a
    change to honour a true sporting legend.
    Further details, contact cabracouncil@eircom.net


Comments

  • #2
    Mr.Nice Guy
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    Great idea this. Might go along.


  • #3
    andrew1977
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    Fair play to all who attended today ,lovely ceremony and proceedings, a credit to all the organisers.
    Bertie Ahern laid a wreath along with the Whelan family and the Manchester United supporters club.
    To the organisers , thank you for a lovely morning

    RIP Liam and the Busby Babes .


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