O’Connor recommits to Queensland with coaching in mind
James O'Connor will fast track his transition to coaching after signing a one-year extension with the Reds that includes a host of mentoring opportunities.
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Cup champions US given almighty scare against Portugal
Portugal forward Ana Capeta has come within inches of knocking out Women's World Cup champions the US, with the Americans progressing with a 0-0 draw.
Denmark beat Haiti 2-0, set up clash with Matildas
Denmark have beaten Haiti 2-0 in Perth to book a place in the Women's World Cup last 16 against Australia in Sydney next Monday.
England hit six to top group D as James steals the show
Two goals and three assists for Lauren James steered England to a 6-1 win over China in a meeting of the European and Asian champions, sealing Group D top spot.
England impress as new-look system frees James
England coach Sarina Wiegman employed a back three in a new-look formation en route to dismantling China 6-1 to top Group D with Lauren James prominent.
Lifeless World Cup showing shows US fallibility
Vlatko Andonovski's side looked a shadow of the US team that won the World Cup at the last two tournaments in their 0-0 draw with Portugal on Tuesday.
Newfound maturity has Matildas daring to dream at WWC
With a 4-0 thumping of Canada, the Matildas went from the verge of crashing out of the Women's World Cup to believing they can go deep into the tournament.
Matildas buy Sam Kerr an extra week to prove fitness
Matildas superstar Sam Kerr is a chance to feature in the Women's World Cup knockout stages after sitting out a third straight game in the 4-0 win over Canada.
Peter Bol ‘exonerated’ as anti-doping case is dropped
Sport Integrity Australia has dropped its anti-doping case against middle-distance runner Peter Bol, citing 'varying expert opinions' of his sample.
Remade forward Petty stars in Demons’ win over Richmond
Melbourne premiership defender Harry Petty moved forward and kicked a career-best six goals in his side's gripping 32-point win over Richmond at the MCG.
Titans upset Cowboys, Valentine Holmes on report
The Gold Coast have beaten North Queensland 22-13 to give the Cowboys plenty of work to do if they are to play in the NRL finals.
Cleary relishing Penrith’s clash with ‘benchmark’ Storm
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary suspects the Panthers' showdown with 'benchmark' Melbourne will be one of the matches of the NRL season.
Warriors wary of dangerous Titans
Warriors NRL coach Andrew Webster says his side's improved defence will need to be on its guard against the pacy Titans when they meet on the Gold Coast.
Cerra sidelined in big injury blow for in-form Blues
Carlton onballer Adam Cerra will be sidelined for the next three weeks with a hamstring injury in a significant blow to the Blues' late-season resurgence.
Lance Franklin calls time on glittering AFL career
Lance Franklin has retired following his latest injury, with the Sydney and ex-Hawthorn key forward finishing as the AFL's fourth-highest goalkicker.
Broncos’ Walters to unveil art of deception on Cowboys
Brisbane No.9 Billy Walters says assistant coach and premiership-winning hooker Matt Ballin has helped him enhance his skills ahead of their Cowboys showdown.
‘Wise’ Cooper steering Wallabies into Bledisloe battle
Veteran Quade Cooper is helping steer the embattled Wallabies who are missing some leaders ahead of the second Bledisloe Cup battle.
Taaffe to join Bulldogs as Gould continues rebuild
South Sydney back Blake Taaffe will move to Canterbury next season on a two-year deal, where football boss Phil Gould says he'll be allowed to "shine".
Teddy backs Freddy, wears Roosters backlash
Sydney Roosters captain James Tedesco accepts the backlash he and his team are enduring comes with the territory as an under-performing team.
Matildas beat Canada to reach World Cup knockouts
The Matildas have sealed progression to the Women's World Cup round of 16 by thumping Canada 4-0, with Hayley Raso scoring a brace.
Nigeria advance in World Cup after draw with Ireland
Nigeria have joined Australia in qualifying from Group B to reach the Women's World Cup round of 16 after securing a 0-0 draw with Ireland.
Australia’s bid for Ashes series win falls in a heap
Australia have slumped to a 49-run loss to England on the last day at The Oval, leaving the Ashes series drawn at 2-2 after the fifth and final Test.
Steely Popyrin downs Wawrinka to win Croatian Open
Australian Alexei Popyrin has joined some of tennis's greats as Croatian Open champion after defeating three-time grand slam winner Stan Warwinka in the final.
Grab and squeeze: ‘bruised’ Zorko’s Miller accusation
Dayne Zorko remains convinced AFL rival Touk Miller should be reprimanded for a below-the-belt tackle he said has left him with a bruised "groin region".
Aussies top medal table but miss swim award at worlds
Swimming Australia's head coach Rohan Taylor says his team, not the United States, performed the best at the world championships in Japan.
Broncos blockbuster just the tonic to reboot Cowboys
North Queensland host Brisbane in a sold out clash that coach Todd Payten says "means just that little bit more" than a normal fixture.
Matildas, Gustavsson era hits the crossroads at WWC
How the Matildas' do-or-die home Women's World Cup clash with Canada plays out may also mark how Tony Gustavsson's era is judged.
Warner, Khawaja set up thrilling finale to Ashes series
David Warner and Usman Khawaja have pushed Australia to within 249 runs of an Ashes series triumph, taking the tourists to 0-135 on a rain-hit day at The Oval.
Australian swimmers claim record medal haul at worlds
Australia's swimmers captured 25 medals at the world championships in Japan, the nation's most at any world swimming championships.
Colombia claim stunning late 2-1 win over Germany
Colombia have claimed a 2-1 win over Germany with a 97th minute goal, sealing the upset of the Women's World Cup so far.
Cowboys Holmes faces three weeks out for high shot
North Queensland backline ace Valentine Holmes faces a three-week suspension for a high shot at a crucial time in the Cowboys' fight for a NRL finals berth.