Raiders must make fans proud again: winger Rapana
Jordan Rapana has not held back in his appraisal of Canberra's round-22 loss to Newcastle, saying the Raiders' fans deserve a better showing v the Wests Tigers.
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Robinson denies coaching shake-up looms at the Roosters
Sydney Roosters' Trent Robinson isn't buying into speculation a coaching shake-up is imminent at Bondi Junction following the Tricolours' fall from grace.
Daicos brothers sign long-term deals with Magpies
Josh and Nick Daicos have signed new AFL deals that will keep the highly rated brothers at Collingwood for six more years.
Warner looks set to be granted dream home Test farewell
David Warner's hopes of exiting Test cricket at the SCG in January remain on track, with Australia coach Andrew McDonald praising the opener's Ashes finale.
Broncos won’t collapse in a heap this year: Cartwright
The Broncos have shown no signs of letting their finals hopes slip away like last year and assistant coach John Cartwright has explained why.
Taulagi trains in Holmes’ left centre spot for Cowboys
Brisbane are bracing themselves for "games" around Val Holmes' centre replacement, with Murray Taulagi among the options for North Queensland coach Todd Payten.
England’s Neville unveiled as new Super Netball coach
Former England coach Tracey Neville has been named mentor of the new Super Netball side that will replace Collingwood in the competition.
Dockers coach Longmuir keen to keep squad together
One of the big disappointments of the 2023 AFL season, Fremantle are determined to hang on to the bulk of their players and come back stronger next year.
Dunkley keeps receipts in Lions’ top-four AFL fight
Josh Dunkley is aware of the doubters and wants to prove them wrong as the third-placed Lions jostle for position in a tight run towards the AFL finals.
Tigers Staines relishing return from perforated bowel
A relieved Charlie Staines is eyeing an end-of-season flourish for Wests Tigers following his NRL return after missing four months with a perforated bowel.
Collingwood weigh up Cox’s role after defeat to Blues
Collingwood's enigmatic ruck-forward Mason Cox is no guarantee to keep his spot after being subbed out during the Magpies' surprise defeat to Carlton.
Post-surgery, Melbourne’s Katoa eyeing first NRL finals
Eliesa Katoa is back and ready to take on ladder-leaders Penrith after a freak eye injury forced the Melbourne back-rower to lie face down for a week.
Manly desperate to end Seibold’s white-knuckle rides
Tolo Koula and his Manly teammates have vowed to stop allowing opponents back into games and testing the nerves of coach Anthony Seibold.
Port’s concussion protocols continue to be scrutinised
Port Adelaide's concussion protocols remain in the spotlight after Aliir Aliir was not put through a thorough test following a heavy head knock with a teammate.
Calf injuries strike down more Swans players
Sydney's Dane Rampe and Justin McInerney have joined retired legend Lance Franklin as the latest victims of the Swans' calf curse.
Storm star Papenhuyzen to make return in Queensland Cup
Coming back from a shattered right kneecap, Melbourne star Ryan Papenhuyzen will play his first match in more than a year in a return with Storm's feeder club.
Judiciary gamble backfires on Cowboys’ Holmes
North Queensland have fought and lost Valentine Holmes' case at the judiciary and will now be without their star player for the rest of the regular season.
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.
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.