Ireland lose to France in FIBA Women's EuroBasket qualifiers

France got to 50 midway through the second quarter following Carla Leite’s driving layup, to lead 50-8. Ireland responded positively, with a Michelle Clarke layup and free throws from Melia and Finn, however Ireland trailed 64-16 at half-time.
Ireland lose to France in FIBA Women's EuroBasket qualifiers

Claire Melia in action as Ireland lose 125-24 to Olympic silver medallists France in FIBA Women’s EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers

FIBA Women’s EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers Group E: France 125-24 Ireland

Ireland were defeated 125-24 by Olympic silver medallists France in Chalon Sur Saône on Thursday in Group E of FIBA Women’s EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers.

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