Doubters fuelling Phoenix bid for A-League Men trophy
A-League Men title-chasers Wellington Phoenix and Central Coast share Saturday kick-off times, when the Kiwi club could win a first-ever trophy.
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Souths’ personnel crisis worsens as Milne banned
Struggling South Sydney have lost yet another player with Taane Milne copping a ban for his mindless tackle on Melbourne five-eighth Cameron Munster.
Michael Voss sounds warning in AFL extra-time debate
Debate is again raging over the merits of extra-time to decide drawn AFL home-and-away matches after the Essendon-Collingwood classic on Anzac Day.
De Koning brothers face off in huge Blues-Cats clash
Carlton's Tom De Koning will take on younger brother and Geelong defender Sam De Koning in the latter's 50th AFL game when their sides meet at the MCG.
Richardson’s new deal ‘big news’ for Tigers: Benji
Interim chief executive Shane Richardson has been handed the role on a permanent basis after overseeing significant improvements at Wests Tigers.
Australia welcomes WADA review in China swim dope case
Australia is backing an independent review into how the world anti-doping body handled the doping case involving Chinese swimmers.
Roosters’ Walker back on top after ‘loss of confidence’
Sam Walker lost self-belief after falling out of the Sydney Roosters' NRL side in 2023 but says he's fresh and firing on the back of his Anzac Day masterclass.
Kelly Slater to make surprise showing at Gold Coast Pro
Kelly Slater's time as a full-time athlete on the Championship Tour is over, but the 11-time world champion will compete in at least three more events in 2024.
Plath re-signs with Dolphins after perfect season start
Dolphins lock Max Plath has committed to the club until the end of 2027 after signing a new three-year deal.
Galvin’s rise gives other Tiger cubs fresh belief
Lachlan Galvin's rise from a young hopeful to teenage star for his first home game at Campbelltown has given other Wests Tigers juniors renewed confidence.
Broncos all ears for Briers, unsung maestro of attack
Brisbane's attack has been on song under the tutelage of Warrington legend and Broncos assistant coach Lee Briers.
‘I’m off to the Tigers’, Turuva tells Penrith teammates
Wests Tigers have won the race for Fijian flyer Sunia Turuva's signature, with the winger informing his teammates at Penrith he is on his way out.
Rebels’ administrator proposes Super club rescue deal
The Melbourne Rebels' administrator is pushing a rescue deal for the debt-ridden Super Rugby Pacific club, with Rugby Australia to make the final call.
Anzac Day clash one out of the top draw for Pies, Dons
Essendon and Collingwood have traded blows in a stunning first Anzac Day draw since 1995, producing a classic in front of 93,644 fans at the MCG.
Des drought over as Titans stun Warriors on Anzac Day
Des Hasler has scored his first win in charge of Gold Coast, whose fullback AJ Brimson inspired a stunning comeback defeat of the Warriors in Auckland.
Eagles rest young gun Harley Reid for Suns clash
West Coast's hopes of posting three wins in a row have taken a double hit due to the absence of Harley Reid and Tom Barrass.
Walker leads Roosters’ 60-18 thrashing of Dragons
St George Illawarra have been crushed by the Sydney Roosters, with Sam Walker starring in a 60-18 NRL demolition.
Lomax’s Origin hopes take a hit on Anzac Day
St George Illawarra's form player Zac Lomax had a tough afternoon on Anzac Day, just as State of Origin selection debate is beginning to amp up.
New NFL Academy on Gold Coast to unearth next Mailata
An NFL Academy, the first ever set up in Australia, will be based on the Gold Coast to provide a pathway for athletes from school right through to the NFL.
Munster the magician as Storm thrash South Sydney
Melbourne have demolished South Sydney 54-20 in their Anzac Day clash, with Cameron Munster starring with four try assists and a try of his own.
Red-hot GWS Giants belt struggling Brisbane in Canberra
The GWS Giants have moved to 6-1 for the AFL season, easily accounting for the Brisbane Lions at Manuka Oval in Canberra.
‘Below-par’ Brisbane seeking quick fix to AFL struggles
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says he's curious about how his under-pressure side will respond to another crushing defeat.
Demetriou expecting more heat after Souths horror show
South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou is expecting the blow-torch again following his team's 54-20 capitulation against Melboune in their Anzac Day clash.
Flanagan fires first salvo ahead of Cronulla return
Shane Flanagan says he has been looking forward to his return to Shark Park with St George Illawarra.
Dolphins sweat on return timelines for star quartet
Dolphins head of performance Jeremy Hickmans has an update on the injury returns for Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Thomas Flegler, Felise Kaufusi and Herbie Farnworth.
Dolphins turn pro in ‘weird times’ as Bennett returns
Dolphins winger Jack Bostock said weird times in Darwin without ill coach Wayne Bennett was no barrier to a rampant win over Parramatta, but the coach is back.
‘Tactical juices flow’ as Reds boss goes back to roots
Reds rugby coach Les Kiss, a former Queensland State of Origin winger, has relished the chance to talk tactics with Kevin Walters and his brains trust.
Knights name uncapped Armstrong as Ponga’s replacement
With their season threatening to spiral out of control, Newcastle will roll the dice on an uncapped fullback to replace the injured Kalyn Ponga.
Arthur’s ‘part-time footy team’ barb stokes Eels’ fire
Parramatta prop Junior Paulo says coach Brad Arthur was right to call out the Eels squad for their lacklustre performance against the Dolphins.
Mariners forward Torres charged with sexual assault
Central Coast Mariners forward Angel Torres has been charged with sexual assault and stood down from team duties.
Re-signing Foran a must for Titans jigsaw: Sattler
Kieran Foran wants to play a 17th season in the NRL and has backed Shaun Johnson to play a 15th as the two champion playmakers prepare to clash on the field.