Fitzgibbon desperate to end Sharks’ poor finals run
Cronulla are out to snap a seven-game finals losing streak when they host North Queensland at Allianz Stadium.
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Swans must end Port drought to reach AFL decider
Sydney must end an eight-year losing streak to Port Adelaide, including a horror 112-point thrashing this year, to reach the AFL grand final.
Raya’s double save rescues Arsenal, Barcelona lose
Arsenal had goalkeeper David Raya to thank for a goalless draw against Atalanta, while 10-man Barcelona were beaten by Monaco in Champions League action.
Sports appeal for inclusion at slimmed-down Comm Games
Commonwealth Games Australia will hold a crucial meeting on Friday amid pleas from sports leaders to remain on the program for the 2026 Glasgow Games.
Hawkins, Guthrie can still have a say in Cats’ flag bid
Tom Hawkins and Cam Guthrie won't play in Geelong's preliminary final against Brisbane but have been backed to have a significant impact behind the scenes.
Dew back in September, where his footy history is grand
AFL coaching great Alastair Clarkson says there's good reason why Stuart Dew is working at preliminary finalists Brisbane in a part-time role.
Talau brings Rooster star Sergis over to Manly’s side
Manly winger Tommy Talau conquered his father Willie's old team in his first finals match - and now he must beat his partner Jess Sergis' club in his second.
Cowboys’ prodigal son Clifford shines after lifeline
North Queensland half Jake Clifford left the club the same day No.6 Tom Dearden arrived in 2021 but now the pair hold the halves key to the side's final hopes.
Roosters refuse to roll out semi-final farewell party
The Sydney Roosters' semi-final against Manly could be the last game for the club for some of the biggest names, but they're adamant it is not time to reflect.
Port coach Hinkley unfazed by controversial AFL fine
Port coach Ken Hinkley says his $20,000 AFL fine hasn't been a distraction as two key Power players are set to return for the preliminary final against Sydney.
Inside knowledge goes both ways, says Wallaby Schmidt
The Wallabies will tap into their coach's intel on the All Blacks, but Joe Schmidt says inside knowledge goes both ways ahead of the Bledisloe Cup opener.
‘We’ve been through lots’: Why Lions can bust hoodoo
History and the head-to-head record don't read well for Brisbane's hopes against Geelong in their AFL preliminary final at the MCG.
Souths back themselves to turn Schuster’s career around
Josh Schuster is set to return to the NRL in 2025 at South Sydney, with the Rabbitohs confident they can bring the best out of the enigmatic half.
Melbourne United wise up ahead of grand final re-match
The NBL season begins on Thursday night as Melbourne United attempt to turn the tables on the all-conquering Tasmania JackJumpers in a grand final re-match.
Aussie captain Healy preparing for under-fire NZ’s best
Australia captain Alyssa Healy is looking forward to reigniting a fierce rivalry when they face New Zealand in a bilateral series for the first time since 2021.
Eagles veteran Darling makes AFL trade request official
Key forward Jack Darling has formally requested a trade to North Melbourne after 14 AFL seasons and a premiership with West Coast.
Trbojevic says shoulder better, but Tests unlikely
Manly star Tom Trbojevic says his problem shoulder is feeling better ahead of the NRL semi-final against Sydney Roosters, but end-of-year Tests are unlikely.
Sharks circle minor premiership with top four undecided
Cronulla are circling the minor premiership but coach Tony Herman says the squad is not getting carried away at the prospect of their first ever finals berth.
Swans star Heeney primed to answer his coach’s call
Faced with an AFL preliminary final, Sydney's Isaac Heeney says his team is "back" since their August 3 thrashing by Friday's opponents Port Adelaide.
Collingwood dealt more blows as Mikala Cann cops ban
Collingwood midfielder Mikala Cann and skipper Brianna Davey will miss Sunday's match against the Western Bulldogs due to suspension and injury respectively.
Smith steers Lions past Bulldogs with career-best haul
Taylor Smith stood tall for the Brisbane Lions after a key late scratching to boot four goals in a 47-point defeat of the improved Western Bulldogs.
Port Adelaide pair face preliminary final fitness tests
Port Adelaide pair Ryan Burton and Charlie Dixon will undergo match-eve fitness tests to determine if they'll play in the preliminary final against Sydney.
South Pacific nations back PNG NRL bid, PM gives update
The PNG NRL bid has strategic support of South Pacific nations as Anthony Albanese said "the final details" of government funding for the bid has been reached.
McIntyre does late grandad proud in super Cowboys year
North Queensland forward Sam McIntyre had a tough start to 2024 when he lost his grandfather, but the support and faith of coach Todd Payten helped him through.
Crunch time for Commonwealth Games sports facing axe
Australia's Commonwealth Games Association will meet with its member sports, with many set to hear they will be cut from a reduced Glasgow program.
Smith’s low-key prep for fourth Aussie PGA crown
Australian golf star Cameron Smith has confirmed he will compete in the Australian and Queensland PGA championships, as well as the NSW Open later this year.
J-Pod V2: How Mannagh made his mark in first AFL season
Shaun Mannagh was frustrated as AFL clubs kept ignoring him, now the 27-year-old is two wins away from capping a remarkable first year at Geelong with a flag.
Brooks ready to shut down old housemate Tedesco
Luke Brooks was forced to wait 4040 days to play his first finals match. Now an old housemate looms his opposition's biggest threat six days later.
How Sharks coach Fitzgibbon explains Hynes criticism
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon has weighed in on recent calls to oust Nicho Hynes from the halves for the NRL semi-final against North Queensland.
Papalii in hot water over Raiders Mad Monday incident
Josh Papalii is under police investigation after an alleged incident at a licensed venue just hours after he was named the Raiders' club person of the year.
Osaka to make classic return in NZ to kick off season
Former world No.1 Naomi Osaka, who played at this year's Brisbane International, will instead start her 2025 season at the ASB Tennis Classic in Auckland.