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.
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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.
Spain, Sweden set for high pressure World Cup semi
Sweden coach Peter Gerhardssen says the first Women's World Cup semi-final, an all-Euro clash with Spain, will display "lovely football".
McCartin calls time in AFL after concussion battle
Sydney defender Paddy McCartin has announced his AFL retirement because of concussion issues after 63 games with the Swans and St Kilda.
NRL footy boss backs controversial Cody Walker try
Graham Annesley has strongly defended some refereeing decisions from the weekend, including an onside call allowing South Sydney's Cody Walker to score a try.
Injured Wingard faces surgery with AFL career in limbo
Out-of-contract Hawthorn forward Chad Wingard will undergo surgery on a ruptured achilles tendon with no certainty over his playing future next season.
Matildas pile pressure on England, coy on Kerr minutes
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson insists England are the favourites in their Women's World Cup semi-final, while he's yet to decide if Sam Kerr will start.
Australia Cup giantkillers learn their last-16 fate
The draw for the Australia Cup last-16 has produced two all A-League Men ties and sent Campbelltown City, who knocked out holders Macarthur, to Melbourne.
Walker’s Roosters teammates content to wait on return
Sam Walker made his return to the field in the NSW Cup on Sunday but his Sydney Roosters teammates know that's no guarantee he'll play first-grade this weekend.
Knights’ Hastings injury only minor, may play this week
Jackson Hastings could play this weekend after scans revealed he suffered only minor ankle damage against Canterbury.
Matildas not drawn on England Women’s World Cup rivalry
The Matildas aren't buying into the national rivalry with England ahead of their Women's World Cup semi-final but can take heart from having beaten them.
Docker Sturt’s stressful journey earns him 2024 deal
Fremantle forward Sam Sturt has booted seven goals over the past fortnight to prove he has what it takes to shine in the AFL arena.
PM waves away concerns about Matildas public holiday
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says regardless of the final result, the nation must celebrate the Matildas for their "extraordinary" World Cup.
Jarrod Croker explains decision to make NRL retirement
Canberra's Jarrod Croker says it's time to end his NRL career, admitting his body isn't able to continue with the pressures of training for another year.
Cameron Smith seals LIV Golf success in New Jersey
Cameron Smith has won again, taking out LIV Golf Bedminster at Trump National Golf Club by seven shots and helping Australia's Ripper GC to a team victory.
Swans run over Suns to climb into AFL top eight
Sydney have fought off a determined Gold Coast challenge to run away to a 24-point victory and continue their late-season surge towards a finals spot.
Rabbitohs back in NRL top eight after Dragons win
South Sydney have been given a minor scare before returning to the NRL top eight with a 26-14 win over St George Illawarra in Cairns.
Warriors beat Wests Tigers to boost NRL top-four hopes
The Warriors have all but secured an NRL top-four finals berth with a surprisingly tough win over Wests Tigers.