Minister Byrne accepts Israel fixture places Irish players in 'very difficult position'

Updated / Tuesday, 17 Sep 2024 14:24

Minister of State for Sport Thomas Byrne says Basketball Ireland's decision to go ahead with the EuroBasket qualifier against Israel will remain a matter for BI but acknowledged it may put individual players in a "very difficult position"

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