Manly keen to keep tight rein on Schuster’s NRL return
Anthony Seibold says he has no intention of fast-tracking Josh Schuster back into Manly's best 17 after encouraging performances in reserve grade.
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De Belin hopes for new deal as Dragons consider future
St George Illawarra are adopting a wait-and-see approach on off-contract lock Jack de Belin, with the 33-year-old adamant he has more years in the NRL in him.
Battle for Finefeuiaki heats up, Cowboys up for fight
The Dolphins are circling, but influential North Queensland figures have outlined why they intend to keep off-contract back-rower Kulikefu Finefeuiaki.
Martin out but Macrae in as Tigers, Dogs make changes
An ongoing calf issue will keep Richmond superstar Dustin Martin out of the AFL clash with Sydney, while the Western Bulldogs have called up Jack Macrae.
Sky Blues thinking ‘why not?’ ahead of Mariners clash
Daring to dream about claiming a fifth ALM premiership title, Sydney FC's Joe Lolley is confident his side has the quality to beat second-placed Central Coast.
Tigers recharged after hollering for Marshall: Prince
Scott Prince was Benji Marshall''s halves partner in the 2005 title win and was at Leichhardt Oval for what he believes can be the template for club's rebirth.
Crows hope milestone man Brodie Smith regains his mojo
Adelaide defender Brodie Smith will notch his 250-game milestone against Fremantle on Friday night, but his form this season has been poor so far.
Oates told to expect the unexpected in new Broncos role
Broncos winger Corey Oates trained in most positions on the field this week and has been informed by his coach to prepare for anything against North Queensland.
Answers to Lions’ slump not obvious: Fagan
The Brisbane Lions' 0-3 start has Chris Fagan scratching his head, but the coach insists he's a long way from "pushing the panic button".
Robinson won’t blame bunker call for Roosters’ loss
Trent Robinson has questioned the bunker's application of the obstruction rule but would not blame the match officials for the Sydney Roosters' loss to Penrith.
Magpies on board, oust Lions in scrappy GF rematch
Collingwood have prevailed by 20 points in an AFL grand final rematch to earn their first win of the year and consign the Lions to their worst start since 2018.
Panthers shrug off Cleary’s absence to beat Roosters
It was a case of no Nathan Cleary no worries as Penrith overcame the fast-finishing Sydney Roosters for a 22-16 win at Allianz Stadium.
Jason Gillespie quits as SA, Strikers coach
Jason Gillespie will step down as coach of South Australia and the Adelaide Strikers and has been linked to the vacant Pakistan national team job.
Longmuir hails captain courageous as Freo aim for 3-0
Fremantle will be 3-0 for the first time since 2015 if they beat Adelaide, and coach Justin Longmuir has praised the influence of Alex Pearce.
Aloisi, Veart deny A-League Men wooden spoon motivator
Coaches of Adelaide United and Western United say avoiding the A-League Men wooden spoon isn't a motivator for their clash.
Carl Webb to be honoured for a life full of inspiration
The Carl Webb Medal will be given to the man of the match in the Brisbane v North Queensland clash to honour the late forward whose work off the field inspired.
Sharks invoke tough spirit of Gal to beat injury crisis
A mural showcasing the emotional 2016 premiership has offered Cronulla's players a reminder of the toughness they need to overcome their own NRL injury crisis.
Olympic doubts loom over key Matildas pair
Injuries have cast a shadow over the Olympic hopes of Matildas mainstays Katrina Gorry and Clare Hunt with the Paris Games less than four months away.
No bad blood with ‘No.1 supporter’ Benji: Sullivan
Benji Marshall cut Jayden Sullivan from his starting side midway through the Wests Tigers' first game but the new recruit insists he's not one to hold a grudge.
Rebuilding Eagles ‘not waiting’ for AFL finals return
Despite being hot favourites to collect the wooden spoon this year, West Coast's next generation of players are dreaming big as they chase a finals return.
Champ Tszyu to channel Tyson against towering Fundora
Taking on 197cm Sebastian Fundora to become unified world champion, Tim Tszyu says he can follow the lead of one of his favourite fighters in Mike Tyson.
‘Brumbies DNA’: Larkham’s call to match rampant Reds
Wallabies selection could be on the line when the ACT Brumbies head to Suncorp Stadium to face the Queensland Reds, coach Stephen Larkham says.
Demetriou soaks up pressure as heat cranks up on Souths
Jason Demetriou is playing it cool as the South Sydney coach faces increased scrutiny over his future at the club.
Blues bolstered by handy ins for AFL Good Friday match
Jacob Weitering and Caleb Marchbank return and Elijah Hollands will make his Carlton debut in the Good Friday clash with North Melbourne.
‘The dream is alive’: Walters extends, Walsh to follow
Brisbane have received a boost with the news coach Kevin Walters has agreed a contract extension, with flying fullback Reece Walsh also expected to re-sign.
NRL say time is right for Dogs, Warriors to join NRLW
The NRL are adamant the expansion of the women's game from 10 teams to 12 in 2025 will improve the league, with Canterbury and the Warriors to be added.
Coaches must be told of drug cases: Hawthorn’s Mitchell
Leading AFL coaches and players have continued to express their concern over revelations of a secret drug-testing regime within the sport.
Phoenix striker Zawada’s A-League season in doubt
Polish hot-shot Oskar Zawada is in serious doubt to return for Wellington Phoenix's A-League Men title charge after a fresh injury setback.
Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa re-signs until end of 2028
Playmaker Isaiya Katoa has been earmarked as the man to lead the Dolphins into the future as the 20-year-old signs a three-year extension with the club.
Schneider follows long line of Penrith’s student No.7s
Brad Schneider's chance to deputise for Nathan Cleary makes him the latest student of the game to step into the coveted role as Penrith's back-up No.7.
United pip JackJumpers, force NBL championship decider
The NBL championship series is heading to a decider after Melbourne United edged out the Tasmania JackJumpers by two points in a game-four thriller.