Contrary to common belief, the Royal Dublin Fusiliers did not participate in the Battle of Hill 60, although the latter regiment did lose heavily during the wider Gallipoli campaign (including at 'V' Beach, Cape Helles, the previous April).
Plans were also hindered by the presence of the nearby railway line and the fact that the GAA does not own any of the land behind Croke Park.
[3] From 2007–2009, Croke Park temporarily hosted association football and rugby union matches while the bodies overseeing these sports redeveloped their own stadium on the Southside of the city.
For most of the international association football matches, temporary seating was added to comply with the rules of that sport's governing body.
However, in 2024, Leinster Rugby will play home matches at the ground due to regenerative works on the RDS Arena.