Offaly-Antrim TV info, throw-in time, date and more for Leinster clash
The two teams at the foot of the Leinster Hurling Championship are set to duke it out this weekend.
Offaly and Antrim are fighting to avoid relegation to the Joe McDonagh Cup.
The Faithful are looking to stay out of the competition which they won last year, and pick up their first points in the championship along the way.
The same applies for Antrim, who came up to the Leinster Championship after winning the 2023 Joe McDonagh Cup.
Here's what you need to know about the big game:
Sunday, May 25th.
Glenisk O'Connor Park in Tullamore.
The game is due to begin at 2pm.
No, the game isn't being shown on TV.
Yes, the game has been selected for streaming on GAA+.
Offaly - 1/3
Draw - 9/1
Antrim - 11/4
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