Kangaroos captain endorses next green and gold coach
Australia captain Isaah Yeo has backed Kevin Walters' looming appointment as Kangaroos coach, believing someone without club ties is right given the timing.
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New AFL footy boss flags gameplay change this season
New AFL football boss Greg Swann has outlined his plans to speed up the flow of matches this season, rather than waiting for next year to implement changes.
Farrell keeps it in the family with Lions captaincy
Playing his 20th Lions match, Owen Farrell with lead the tourists against the First Nations and Pasifika XV in Melbourne after getting the nod from his dad.
Wallabies true believers with Lions series on the line
In his second series, James Slipper is in familiar territory with the Wallabies prop telling teammates to take belief from the way they finished the first Test.
Tongan Thor ready if it’s au revoir to Australia
In possibly his last match in Australia, France-bound Taniela Tupou is looking to go out with a bang as the First Nations and Pasifika XV tackle the Lions.
AFL footy boss weighs in on Eagles priority pick debate
West Coast appear no closer to receiving a priority draft pick from the AFL despite being headed for the wooden spoon in a one-win season.
Swans defender faces AFL ban over homophobic slur
Sydney defender Riak Andrew is the latest AFL player in trouble for using a homophobic slur, this time towards an opponent in a VFL match.
‘It gets tiring’: Port forecast AFL action over racism
Port Adelaide football boss Chris Davies says "we all need to do more" following the online racism called out by Jase Burgoyne and Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.
Storm watch on Munster as star ruled out of Manly duel
Melbourne's Ryan Papenhuyzen will miss a third straight match with a calf issue while Cameron Munster is still to return to the club after his father's death.
Coniglio set to make AFL return as Giants rest Kelly
GWS are confident midfielder Stephen Coniglio has overcome a glute complaint and will make his return to AFL level, more than three months since his last game.
Dogs make Galvin call, as Eels drop star player
Canterbury have pulled the trigger on their first-choice halves pairing, while several other clubs have made big calls ahead of the run into the finals.
Son of Wallabies gun eyes Lions family history
Wallabies playmaker Tom Lynagh is jostling with his former mentor James O'Connor for a chance to make Australian rugby history and face the touring Lions.
Newcastle Knights players unaware of key duo departing
While rumours are buzzing about coach Adam O'Brien being sacked and skipper Kalyn Ponga switching codes, Newcastle players say they haven't been told anything.
‘Crazy stuff’: AC/DC help Wallabies power up
The Wallabies have turned to some Aussie music greats as they brace for the "crazy stuff" that will come their way in Brisbane's Lions Test series opener.
Socceroos door open for Irankunda as English move looms
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is playing the waiting game with teen sensation Nestory Irankunda, who is set for a move from Bayern Munich to Watford.
‘We’ve fought back’: why things are different for Suns
Ben King expects Gold Coast to show they belong when they play the AFL's top three sides over the next three weeks, beginning with flag favourites Collingwood.
Wallaroos include another teen in World Cup build-up
Another teenager in 17-year-old Waiaria Ellis will make her Wallaroos rugby debut in a daunting Test match against New Zealand, who Australia have never beaten.
Dearden a big-stage star, but won’t chase No.7 Test job
Tom Dearden had a career-best night in Queensland's State of Origin decider win, but says it shouldn't catapult him into contention for Australia's No.7 jersey.
Hawks tread carefully with son of a gun’s future
Cooper Hodge, the son of Hawthorn great Luke Hodge, is eligible to join the Hawks or Brisbane through next year's AFL national draft.
Dolphins rest Hammer, have fullback option for Sharks
The Dolphins have named Trai Fuller for his first NRL game in 2025, replacing Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow against Cronulla and also featuring a new-look halves pairing.
Ciraldo takes aim at ‘ridiculous’ Galvin commentary
Cameron Ciraldo has launched an impassioned defence of Lachlan Galvin, comparing the ongoing commentary around him to reality TV.
Penrith wait on Martin’s hand as clubs ponder big calls
Penrith have decisions to make on the availability of two of their State of Origin stars, as clubs make calls across the competition ahead of round 19.
Magpies member banned for five years over Voss threat
The AFL, the MCG and Collingwood have punished an unnamed Magpies member who sent a threatening message about Carlton coach Michael Voss.
Let’s light a fire in Lions camp: AUSNZ coach
The coach of a combined Australian and New Zealand invitational team wants to put a proverbial spanner in the works of the British and Irish Lions.
Giants, Cats regain stars for huge AFL clash
GWS and Geelong have both added firepower for their high-stakes AFL encounter, while Hawthorn made a surprise selection call for a meeting with Fremantle.
Bulldogs hold off Tigers for second straight NRLW win
NRLW debutants Canterbury have withstood a fast-finishing Wests Tigers to stay undefeated after two rounds.
No mercy from Lions as Carlton’s woes continue
The Brisbane Lions have continued their push for a top-two finish and twisted the knife in Carlton with a comprehensive victory at Marvel Stadium.
Anisimova and Swiatek will battle for Wimbledon crown
Amanda Anisimova will face Iga Swiatek in the Wimbledon final after they reached their showdown in hugely contrasting fashion on Centre Court.
‘Happy vibes’: Aussie golf aces fire at women’s major
Gabi Ruffels and Grace Kim have upstaged superstar fellow Aussie Minjee Lee to nab a share of the first-round lead at women's golf's fourth major of 2025.
Voss admits TDK ‘challenged’ as Blues fans jeer star
Tom De Koning is attracting the wrong sort of attention from some Carlton fans as he struggles for on-field impact, with a huge off-field decision to make.
Lions gutted as Answerth suffers season-ending injury
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has expressed his disappointment after popular team man Noah Answerth suffered a season-ending injury in the win over Carlton.