Magpies star going ‘exceptionally well’ in finals bid
Collingwood premiership stars Bobby Hill and Jeremy Howe continue to press their cases to return for the Magpies' preliminary final.
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Kenny out of Penrith’s finals game, Jenkins dropped
A hamstring injury has ruled Mitch Kenny out of Penrith's elimination final against the Warriors as coach Ivan Cleary drops comeback kid Tom Jenkins.
Wallabies ready for Pumas’ retaliation in return Test
Still stung from their Santa Fe humiliation in last year's Rugby Championship, Wallabies halfback Tate McDermott says they expect the Pumas to rebound.
No quarter for club that saved Raider’s NRL dream
After waiting until his mid-20s for his NRL dream, Canberra second-rower Zac Hosking must knock over the side that gave him his start en route to a grand final.
Toure, Irankunda dazzle as Socceroos beat NZ
Tony Popovic's call to start Nestory Irankunda and Mohamed Toure has paid off as the boom youngsters' goals gave the Socceroos a 3-1 win over New Zealand.
Taylay May secures two-year deal with Wests Tigers
Taylan May has signed a two-year deal with Wests Tigers after joining them on a train-and-trial deal mid-season.
Even Socceroos boss wowed by Irankunda’s big moments
Nestory Irankunda scored for the Socceroos and almost nailed a world-class free kick but there was more to his performance that coach Tony Popovic liked.
Cynic to convert: Walters hails Bronco Ben’s brick wall
Billy Walters had initial doubts about the new defensive system at Brisbane but now he is the leading advocate as he targets thwarting Canberra.
Tonga team returns home to inspire before Pacific Cup
National hero Jason Taumalolo and the Tongan team will prepare for the Pacific Championships with a visit to the country for the first time since 2019.
Cummins feel stress on his back, but not bowling depth
Pat Cummins is adamant there are no depth issues around Australia's bowling ahead of the Ashes, at a time when England are building back towards full strength.
The telling stat that could define the finals series
They're well-known for their attacking potency, but the Sydney Roosters have now been revealed as the most in-form defensive team heading into finals.
Kennedy wants new Sharks deal, not R360 code switch
Cronulla fullback Will Kennedy is holding out hope of a new deal at Cronulla, despite a contract stand off that has lasted the majority of the NRL season.
‘We won’t trade Zach Merrett’: Bombers stand firm
Essendon coach Brad Scott says he won't be stripping Zach Merrett of the captaincy despite the star midfielder exploring a move away from the club.
Walkers return to coaching with NRL dream back in play
Ben and Shane Walker will return to coaching again in 2026 with the Western Clydesdales in the Queensland Cup, with their NRL dream still alive.
Back to work: Suns’ rise no ‘fairytale’
Sam Collins is thrilled with what he saw against Fremantle but insists the Suns' progression to an AFL semi-final isn't the fairytale it's being made out to be.
‘Haters’: Dogs star clips critics over Galvin form
Stephen Crichton has launched a passionate defence of Lachlan Galvin as the playmaker gets set to lead Canterbury's attack into the finals.
‘Eggs not Fish’ shape as Penrith coach’s big concern
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has laughed off concerns about the hostile reception awaiting the Panthers in Auckland.
Ange-ball faces exacting test at Nottingham Forest
Pundits say Ange Postecoglou's long-held football philosophy will be tested on return to the Premier League as Nottingham Forest's manager.
‘Open arms’: Hawks prepare for feisty airport reception
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is confident the Hawks will cope with the reception they will face both on and off the field in Adelaide.
Storm signing feels big shift south has been vindicated
Stefano Utoikamanu is set to finally realise his goal of playing in an NRL final, with the hard-running prop leading the Storm forward pack against Canterbury.
Hunger games: Hunt for Holy Grail burns in Bronco Ben
Brisbane half Ben Hunt returned to his old club to challenge for a title and after a seven-year absence from September footy his dream still remains alive.
Photographer ‘rattled’ by verbal tirade from Cats star
Geelong star Bailey Smith has left a female photographer "rattled" after swearing and demanding she delete images of him taken at an open training session.
Dockers retain Erasmus but two others want out
Emerging midfield star Neil Erasmus has turned down interest from cross-town rivals West Coast to extend his stay at Fremantle until the end of 2028.
Bears ready to rumble as Meninga secures key men
Perth Bears have made key appointments in recruitment and pathways ahead of their 2027 NRL entry, with highly regarded Dane Campbell and Ian Millward signed.
Cats forward won’t be part of any Curnow trade
Emerging Geelong forward Shannon Neale will be staying at the club, told by Cats football boss Andrew Mackie he is not up for trade.
Wallabies skipper embraces Demon spirit for Test battle
Harry Wilson is a big fan of Alex de Minaur, the Wallabies skipper drawing parallels with how the Aussie tennis star fights to find a way to win.
De Minaur turns to Wallabies in Davis Cup quest
Determined to guide Australia to a fourth consecutive Davis Cup finals appearance, world No.8 Alex de Minaur is finding inspiration from an unlikely source.
Wallaroos looking to follow Matildas’ World Cup lead
The Wallaroos are hunting their first World Cup semi-final berth since 2010, hoping to follow the lead of the Matildas' final-four appearance two years ago.
Dockers, Eagles brace for ‘the biggest’ AFLW derby yet
Fremantle are in a world of pain following three consecutive defeats, but they will still start as slight favourites when they host arch-rivals West Coast.
‘Back to their rightful place’: Ange’s Forest pledge
Nottingham Forest fans have been made a promise by Ange Postecoglou that he'll give his all to help them bring back their glory days.
Hewitt to appeal two-week tennis ban for alleged ‘push’
Davis Cup captain Lleyton Hewitt can lead Australia's tie with Belgium despite tennis chiefs handing him a ban and a $30,000 fine for "offensive conduct".