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23 Feb 2026

PICTURES: Kilkenny gardaí conduct large matchday operation in UPMC Nowlan Park

An Garda Síochana were visibly present in Kilkenny City on Sunday afternoon

Members of An Garda Síochana in Kilkenny conducted a matchday operation in UPMC Nowlan Park on Sunday.

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Kilkenny gardaí were on patrol inside the ground and also assisted implementing traffic restrictions outside the ground.

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"No Bias here, well a bit maybe, ok a big bit," An Garda Siochana Kilkenny posted to social media.

"Great to be there today as our lads edged out the neighbours! Thanks to all the fans for their cooperation in what was a nail biter," they added.

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