EuroBasket hopes suffer setback after Ireland ‘run out of steam’ against North Macedonia
Ireland 76 North Macedonia 88
Ireland's Sam Alajiki in action against Jacob Wiley of North Macedonia during the Fiba EuroBasket 2029 pre-qualifier at the National Basketball Arena. Photo: Shauna Clinton/SportsfileIreland’s hopes of reaching EuroBasket 2029 suffered another setback with this 12-point defeat at the National Basketball Arena.The result deepens their struggles after losing to Luxembourg in their campaign’s opening game, marking a unfortunate start to Michael Bree’s reign as head coach.
