Ireland held off a late surge from Kosovo to win 91-85 in their FIBA Basketball World Cup European Qualifiers clash on November 25th. In a high-scoring and entertaining contest, Ireland built a substantial lead through three quarters before withstanding a fierce comeback attempt from Kosovo in the final period. Ireland's offensive flow was excellent for much of the game, with multiple players contributing to the scoreboard. Kosovo, refusing to quit, mounted a frantic rally in the last few minutes, cutting a large deficit to just a few possessions, but Ireland's composure at the free-throw line sealed the victory. This win provided Ireland with a crucial boost in the group standings, while Kosovo's valiant effort ended in a narrow, disappointing defeat.