Ronaldo reflects on cup glory with broken leg pledge
Portugal have been crowned Europe's Nations League champions after a penalty shootout win over Iberian rivals Spain, while France beat Germany to finish third.
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Selection shock: Gordon fancied for Wallabies captaincy
Inspirational NSW Waratahs skipper Jake Gordon appears on track for a major Wallabies promotion ahead of the showpiece British and Irish Lions series.
Utoikamanu in as Cleary warns NSW halves set to explode
While Queensland are undergoing monumental changes in their halves, Nathan Cleary believes his combination with Mitch Moses will only grow better for NSW.
‘Once we do that’: idling Opetaia’s boxing promise
World champion Jai Opetaia has doubled down on his boxing ambition, adamant an overdue unification bout would open the world's eyes to his talent.
Indian superstar’s key message for Aussie ace Green
The night before Cameron Green underwent invasive back surgery, a touching message from an Indian legend boosted the Australian's confidence.
‘He’ll be ready’: Walsh still in Slater’s Maroons plans
Brisbane star Reece Walsh is breathing down Kalyn Ponga's neck for a Queensland recall this series at fullback and coach Billy Slater welcomes the competition.
‘Really? Wow’ – Blues’ surprise at Cherry-Evans axing
Former NSW coach Ricky Stuart took a subtle dig at Queensland selectors over the decision to axe skipper Daly Cherry-Evans.
Stingers’ plan to back up their Olympic silver medal
The Australian women's water polo team will have 10 players who won Olympic silver in Paris on deck for next month's world championships in Singapore.
Plath knee injury takes Dolphins’ pain to the max
The Dolphins are facing another forward shortage crisis after Max Plath suffered a suspected ACL injury against St George Illawarra.
Sorensen’s tackle could be season-defining: Panthers
Penrith teammates are taking inspiration from a crucial effort play by Scott Soernsen as they battle to revive their title defence.
Locals want to sink bid for new Olympic whitewater site
Angry locals have slammed a plan to build a new Brisbane Olympic 2032 whitewater facility, saying the Games drawcard event should be held where it is "wanted".
Dogs show they see Galvin as half after joyous arrival
Lachlan Galvin's much-publicised Canterbury arrival has ended with him scoring a try while playing halfback for the last 23 minutes of a win over Parramatta.
Gawn, May clash as Magpies win King’s Birthday thriller
Melbourne defender Steven May and captain Max Gawn have vented emotions at each other after Collingwood won a King's Birthday classic by one point.
No more ‘opening-itis’: Next man up for Aust at Lord’s
Usman Khawaja is almost certain to have a fifth opening partner since David Warner retired in January 2024 when Australia face South Africa in the WTC final.
Eels star facing ban after knocking over NRL referee
Parramatta are set to be without one of their biggest names for the round-16 clash with Gold Coast, after a charge for contrary conduct on a referee.
Swim star says DQ blunder will add to mental toughness
A golden girl of Australian swimming says her mental toughness will be boosted by being disqualified, then reinstated, at a race at trials for the world titles.
Aussie star speaks on new ‘optional’ ahead of WTC final
Star batter Travis Head believes a tailored approach to training has helped Australia be in a position to win a second-straight World Test Championship.
Renouf doubles down on 2006 speech to inspire Broncos
Brisbane legend Steve Renouf gave a speech to the champion 2006 side about treasuring the legacy of their jerseys and wants the current team to follow suit.
Edict fires two NRL greats into frame for Kangaroos job
The NRL has revealed its policy for hiring the next Kangaroos coach, which will prevent several of the game's biggest names from applying for the position.
Brumbies on high alert for major Hurricanes threat
Brumbies fullback Tom Wright says while there's no Kini Naholo, the Hurricanes will still bring sizeable strike power into their Super Rugby Pacific final.
Dad leaves door open for Cleary rugby switch
As speculation swirls about Nathan Cleary's future, his dad and Penrith coach remains unsure what the superstar's movements will be beyond his current NRL deal.
Aussie boxer given title chance due to pregnant pause
Australian boxer Cherneka Johnson will have the biggest fight of her career at Madison Square Garden after being called in to replace a pregnant rival.
‘Ready for war’: Aussie Opetaia alert to Italian ambush
He's an unbackable favourite to defend his IBF and The Ring cruiserweight world title straps but Aussie boxing star Jai Opetaia respects Italian Claudio Squeo.
Coach gives Reds the Kiss of life after sorry Super bow
The despondent Queensland Reds are licking their wounds after crashing out of the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals for a fourth straight season.
‘Special’ Hughes performance headlines Cowboys thumping
Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes has outshone North Queensland No.7 Tom Dearden, scoring two tries as the hosts notched a dominant win in Melbourne.
Dolphins destroy Dragons in record-breaking victory
The Dolphins have scored the most points in their history to blitz St George Illawarra and move to seventh on the table after another Isaiya Katoa barnstormer.
Comeback Crows’ late surge sinks Brisbane in thriller
Adelaide have kicked five goals to none in the last quarter to down the Brisbane Lions by five points at Adelaide Oval.
‘Not acceptable’: Flanagan lashes Dragons after shocker
St George Illawarra's collapse to lose 56-6 to the Dolphins after being competitive in all but one match this season had coach Shane Flanagan lost for answers.
Jones misses out on French Open girls final dream
Emerson Jones' hopes of becoming Australia's first French Open girls' singles champion since 1968 are over after she lost her semi-final to Lilli Tagger.
Tottenham sack Europa League winner Postecoglou
Tottenham have dismissed Australian head coach Ange Postecoglou after two seasons in charge of the EPL club and despite victory in the Europa League final.
Footy Gods finally smiling on Crows, says coach
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says fortune is finally favouring his Crows after a nail-biting five-point win over reigning premiers Brisbane.