Photo of teenage Noel Gallagher playing GAA at Croke Park resurfaces ahead of Oasis' mega Dublin concerts
STAND BY Photo of teenage Noel Gallagher playing GAA at Croke Park resurfaces ahead of Oasis' mega Dublin concerts
NOEL Gallagher may have been Married With Children since his teenage days playing Gaelic football but one photo from that bygone stage of his life has survived through the years.
Not for the first time, a pic from his 1983 visit to Croke Park has resurfaced amid the entire country being gripped by Oasis fever.
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Oasis are set to rock a sold-out Croke Park this Saturday and Sunday
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Grounds staff have been converting the pitch since Sunday's All-Ireland camogie finals
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This photo from 1983 cropped up once again amid the hysteria around the band's Irish return
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Aged just 16 at the time, he travelled across the Irish Sea with his GAA club Oisin's. They played an exhibition match against modern Dublin giants Kilmacud Crokes at the home of Gaelic Games.
The photo cropping up on people's social media timelines has provided everyone with the chance to display their pun-making skills.
Dermot quipped: "Don't full-back in anger." Meanwhile Martin pondered: "Did he manage to get through a game without having a go at anyone?"
Gallagher brothers Noel and Liam will be back for an unforgettable reunion on their mum's home soil - their first time playing in Ireland since 2008.
And if you're itching to get the best spot at the gig - listen up.
MCD have issued a strict warning for anyone thinking of turning up hours before their shows this weekend.
Concert bosses have urged attendees to give themselves plenty of time to get through security, but don't rock up too early, as those who do will be turned away.
They said: "Queuing in streets around Croke Park will cause disruption to residents of the area and concertgoers are urged to respect the local community.
"Customers should plan to be within Croke Park 45 minutes before show start."
There are several entry points to Croke Park and those attending the shows must enter through whichever gate is detailed on their ticket. It is advised to follow the coloured route on the ticket.
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With traffic delays highly possible, fans are being encouraged to walk, cycle or use public transport.
For those heading to Dublin by train, the nearest railway stations are Drumcondra and Clonliffe Road. Both of them are a five-minute walk from the 82k capacity stadium.
The closest Dart stations are Connolly, which is a 15-20 minute walk, and Clontarf, which is a 20-25 minute walk.
The following Dublin Bus routes all serve Croke Park: 1, 7, 13, 14, 16, 19, 27a, 29a, 31a, 31b, 32, 33, 40, 40b, 40d, 41, 41b and 41c.
NO PUBLIC PARKING
There will be no public parking and traffic cordons will be in place at least two hours before the event. Due to health and safety, there is also a list of items prohibited from the gigs.
Organisers added: "Due to health and safety, there are strictly no camping/collapsible chairs permitted on site. Please do not bring these items as security will have to refuse you entry with them."
"Patrons are especially advised not to bring large bags/backpacks as they may experience delays or be refused entry.
"There will be no storage facilities on site. Any items left at entrances/in surrounding areas will be removed and disposed of accordingly."
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