Return looms for Swans firestarter in AFL top-two clash
Sydney's crafty goalscorer Tom Papley is in the frame to make his return from injury against AFL leaders Fremantle, says Swans coach Dean Cox.
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Star Crow ‘out cold’ after mystery illness in Perth
Adelaide forward Riley Thilthorpe has missed his team's win over West Coast after being struck down by a mystery illness.
Postecoglou lands shock new coaching post at Al Nassr
Ange Postecoglou has made a shock decision on his future, signing a two-year deal to coach Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr, the home of Cristiano Ronaldo.
Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance
The Socceroos are out of the World Cup and left to rue what might have been after losing to Egypt 4-2 on penalties in the round of 32.
Aussie’s wedding to take away Wimbledon exit blues
Aussie import Daria Kasatkina has revealed she'll be getting married in the next fortnight after her Wimbledon exit at the merciless hands of Naomi Osaka.
Fogarty kicks four as Crows bounce back to beat Eagles
Adelaide have overcome the late withdrawal of star forward Riley Thilthorpe to post a 25-point win over West Coast at Optus Stadium.
Deja vu for Bulldogs as Swans star kicks six in big win
Sydney spearhead Charlie Curnow has mauled the Western Bulldogs for a second time this year, kicking six goals to power the Swans to victory at the SCG.
Walker apology after kicking in Souths loss to Panthers
Thomas Jenkins has grabbed a hat-trick for Penrith as the Panthers brushed South Sydney aside in a 36-14 NRL win.
Giants’ fearless debutant readies for AFL heavyweights
GWS are looking to get their AFL season back on track, although they now face the high-flying Fremantle, who are on course to topple records.
Vixens quash doubts on road to Super title decider
A series of tough conversations brought Melbourne's Super Netball title defence back from the brink, setting up a grand final showdown with Adelaide.
Bunker change urged as Dragons look to avoid history
St George Illawarra need a win to avoid an unwanted record for the NRL club, but interim coach Dean Young is also calling on changes to the bunker.
Slumping Suns to face rock-solid Magpies defence
Brayden Maynard is a big return for the Collingwood defence, which will be a tough nut for Gold Coast to crack as they try to end their five-game losing streak.
Ray of hope for battling Broncos as star returns
Brisbane will need to beat Cronulla to keep their hopes of making the NRL finals alive after a week of much player activity at the club.
‘All in our hands’: Wallabies vow to take it to Ireland
The Wallabies are hoping to seize the moment and win back fans with a statement win over Ireland in a high-stakes Nations Championship opener in Sydney.
Nicky Winmar’s statue to go after assault conviction
A statue depicting former St Kilda footballer Nicky Winmar's most famous moment will be removed after he was found guilty of a brutal attack on a woman.
Bulldogs star on stand-by after NSW’s injury scare
NSW have settled on their back-up plan as Ethan Strange fights to overcome an injury he suffered at training.
NSW enforcer ‘won’t back down’ on return to Brisbane
Ahead of the 2026 State of Origin decider, NSW forward Haumole Olakau'atu is looking back on his role in a tense melee during the corresponding game in 2024.
‘I was lost’: why Inglis started mental health campaign
Rugby league great and "Stick With It'' mental health ambassador Greg Inglis says he can't remember five days of his life because of post-retirement struggles.
Lions’ concern over key defender’s latest setback
Brisbane premiership defender Darcy Gardiner faces scans on his injured hamstring after another setback in the Lions' win over Geelong.
Good as gold: Aussie long-distance king back on track
Fit again, Andy Buchanan will line up in his first major race in more than a year - enough time for plenty to have changed in the marathon world.
Socceroos chase World Cup history as Salah looms
Presented with a chance to make World Cup history, the Socceroos cannot get caught up in the occasion against Mohamed Salah's Egypt, says coach Tony Popovic.
‘Changed the game’: Maroon earns high praise from idol
Queensland second-rower Briton Nikora, a master of his craft, based his game on that of current assistant coach Ben Te'o after similar rises to the NRL.
‘Shouldn’t be happening’: Kerr lashes A-League issue
The uncertainty facing A-League Women players shouldn't be happening just three years after the Women's World Cup, says Matildas captain Sam Kerr.
Quayle gets motoring with fast BMW Invitational start
Aussie Anthony Quayle has hit a seven-under 65 to be a shot behind South Africa's early leaders at the BMW Invitational in Germany.
Robson ‘happy with game’ after Origin II criticism
Despite criticism of his performance in game two, Reece Robson is ready for another marathon effort in the State of Origin decider if that's what NSW need.
‘Expose him’: Hammer issues challenge to NSW rival
Queensland centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow will show no mercy to opposite number Stephen Crichton - or Dolphins teammate Jack Bostock - in the Origin decider.
Cats coach confident Cameron will fight out of slump
Geelong forward Jeremy Cameron is under a spotlight as he battles injury concerns after an unusually quiet display in the loss to Brisbane.
Fagan ‘cool’ as Lions star considers playing future
Chris Fagan says uncertainty around Lachie Neale's playing future isn't unsettling the Brisbane Lions as they ramp up their bid for a third consecutive flag.
Serena slayer bows out but Demon dashes to Wimby win
Maya Joint, the Aussie conqueror of Serena Williams, has been defeated at Wimbledon but Alex de Minaur has marched on to the third round.
Lethal Lions claw past Cats in top-four statement
Kai Lohmann kicked five goals and Brisbane's efficiency in attack was the difference as the reigning premiers exacted revenge on Geelong in a tough away win.
No Southwell, no problems as Knights edge past Sharks
Newcastle have started their NRLW campaign on a high, beating last year's preliminary finalists Cronulla in the opening game of the season.