Walsh in Kangaroos frame if he can play No.13: Meninga
Coach Mal Meninga says James Tedesco is set to play No.1 for the Kangaroos in the Pacific Championships but Brisbane's Reece Walsh could still earn a place.
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Matildas providing lessons for AFL leaders Collingwood
Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold's legendary penalty shootout performance has provided a lesson in resilience for AFL ladder-leaders Collingwood.
Demons slam ‘outrageous’ claims against coach Goodwin
Melbourne have slammed "unsubstantiated" and "outrageous" claims made against Demons coach Simon Goodwin.
Van Gisbergen exits Supercars, set for NASCAR move
Shane van Gisbergen's move to NASCAR is set to become official with Will Brown confirmed as the Supercars champion's replacement at Red Bull Ampol.
Johnson has unfinished business with Kiwis: Maguire
New Zealand coach Michael Maguire is delighted with the form of Warriors No.7 Shaun Johnson, who had told him last year he wants to play for the Kiwis again.
Nanai return gives Cowboys punch ahead of Sharks clash
North Queensland have a semi-final spot on the line in their home showdown with Cronulla and welcome the return of boom forward Jeremiah Nanai from injury.
Skelton vowing to be his own man as Wallabies captain
Shock new Wallabies captain Will Skelton is pledging to be his own man while also leaning on teammates for support during Australia's Rugby World Cup campaign.
Superstar Sam Kerr to start in Matildas’ WWC semi-final
Superstar captain Sam Kerr will make her first start of the Women's World Cup in Australia's semi-final against England, but defender Alanna Kennedy is out ill.
England end Matildas’ dream at Women’s World Cup
The Matildas are out of the Women's World Cup after suffering a 3-1 loss to England in the semi-final and must now prepare for the third-placed play-off.
Kerr unfazed by wondergoal, laments missed chances
A dejected Sam Kerr has rued her side's failure to convert in their semi-final loss to England.
Matildas stars left to rue missed World Cup opportunity
Australia's semi-final defeat at their home Women's World Cup has potentially scuppered the silverware hopes of a glittering group of Matildas players.
Demons’ Goodwin dismisses fresh allegations against him
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has called the latest allegations made against him in a long-running dispute "absolute rubbish".
Sam Walker return close but not against Eels: Robinson
The Sydney Roosters will face a 'sudden-death' clash against the Eels with Angus Crichton back in the 17 and Sam Walker nearing a return.
Robinson confident Manu will remain a Rooster for life
Joseph Manu is off-contract at the end of 2024 but coach Trent Robinson expects the Sydney Roosters star to remain at the club even beyond his playing career.
Clarkson bullish on North even if McKay leaves
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is keen for Ben McKay to stay but believes the Kangaroos can still flourish even if the key defender moves to Essendon.
Brooks takes dig at Tigers bosses as turmoil goes on
Luke Brooks says the club's backroom staff are preventing Wests Tigers from turning a corner on the field.
Coach Jones curses media negativity around Wallabies
Eddie Jones says the Wallabies will prove critics wrong at next month's Rugby World Cup, including the media whom he believes are too negative about the team.
Tony Gustavsson ‘strong candidate’ for USA job: Ellis
Legendary coach Jill Ellis says Matildas manager Tony Gustavsson is a "strong candidate" to lead the USA back to its former glory.
Lions coach Fagan certain Magpies won’t be complacent
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has dismissed suggestions Collingwood are more focused on finals than their top-of-the-table blockbuster at Marvel Stadium.
Gilmore’s world-title defence over after Tahiti exit
Stephanie Gilmore's hopes of reaching the world surf finals are over, while fellow Tahiti Pro casualty Molly Picklum has qualified for next year's Olympics.
Warriors honour Daniel Anderson as finals loom
The Warriors have renamed their home ground Daniel Anderson Stadium for Friday's showdown with Manly in Auckland and intend to do their former coach proud.
Bomber Stringer, Cat Hawkins lead big AFL inclusions
A host of star forwards will return to action this weekend, with Bomber Jake Stringer, Cat Tom Hawkins, Blue Harry McKay and the Suns' Ben King all named.
Nicho Hynes masterclass dashes Cowboys’ finals hopes
Cronulla have moved to fourth on the NRL ladder and dashed North Queensland's finals chances with a 32-12 win in Townsville.
Injury denies departing Brooks a Wests Tigers send-off
Luke Brooks may not play for Wests Tigers again after picking up a calf injury in training.
Re-signed Haas happy with Brisbane’s title prospects
Payne Haas says the way the Broncos have turned around their title prospects convinced him to re-commit to the NRL club.
James Tamou has called time on his NRL career
James Tamou has announced his retirement from the NRL after a decorated career.
Saints buoyed by Membrey’s return for AFL finals push
Tim Membrey impressed with a typically hard-running display on return from a knee injury and shapes as a key figure in St Kilda's push for an AFL finals spot.
Mind coach helps Broncos’ Walsh find balance and form
Brisbane's Reece Walsh has spoken of the valuable lessons learned from his suspension and the sports psychologist who has changed the fullback's perspective.
Aussies won’t end trip after ‘terrifying’ ordeal at sea
Rescuers let out a cheer when they found three Australians who spent two nights adrift at sea after a boat capsized during bad weather in Indonesia.
Mulitalo in tears after Graham’s retirement call
Wade Graham's decision to retire left his teammate Ronaldo Mulitalo in tears, such is the respect the co-captain commands at Cronulla.
No regrets for Nic Naitanui as Eagles ruck star retires
West Coast ruckman Nic Naitanui says he has exhausted every avenue to keep his AFL career alive following a serious achilles tendon injury.