Irish AFL players facing uncertain times

For the 17 Irish AFL players, the news that the 2020 AFL season has been suspended until May 31, after just one round of games, meant they faced an immediate decision: Stay or return home.
Irish AFL players facing uncertain times
Mon, 23 Mar, 2020 - 19:03
Maurice Brosnan

Cork’s Mark Keane was among those flying home from Melbourne on Monday.
Cork’s Mark Keane was among those flying home from Melbourne on Monday.

For the 17 Irish AFL players, the news that the 2020 AFL season has been suspended until May 31, after just one round of games, meant they faced an immediate decision: Stay or return home.

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