Oisín McConville lauds Conn Kilpatrick: 'Just after winning an All-Ireland... the bravery of it'

Former Armagh footballer Oisín McConville has praised Tyrone footballer Conn Kilpatrick’s admission about his gambling addiction

All-Ireland winning Tyrone midfield Conn Kilpatrick has revealed his battle with a gambling addiction. Picture: INPHO/Tommy Dickson

Former Armagh footballer Oisín McConville has described the societal issue of problem gambling as greater than ever, following Tyrone footballer Conn Kilpatrick’s admission about his own addiction.

The All-Ireland winner admitted on Claire Byrne Live that he had ran up debts of over €10,000 with a gambling addiction and a subsequent relapse.