The Liam Miller tribute match could be televised, according to the organisers of the event.

Central Council gave the green light on Saturday for the benefit game between a Manchester United XI and an Ireland/Celtic XI to go-ahead at Pairc Ui Chaoimh on September 25 and chairman of the organising committee Michael O'Flynn believes there is sufficient interest for it to be televised.

"I'm trying to clarify the position with Manchester United. They have got their MUTV channel and I'm trying to establish if they intend covering the game or does that restrict our situation, but there is interest and if MUTV has no issue with it I think it will be covered," O'Flynn told Cork's 96FM yesterday.

The well-known developer welcomed the decision by the GAA to open up Pairc Ui Chaoimh for the game after coming under intense public pressure over the past fortnight.

"It's fantastic that the decision came out positively yesterday. It's hard to find anyone who doesn't win in this situation. I welcome it. It's great news all around," he said.

"The Miller family are really overwhelmed by the public support and now they are absolutely delighted that the event can be staged in Pairc Uí Chaoimh."

 

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