Socceroos out to hit high notes as new era dawns
A new four-year cycle begins for the Socceroos on Friday night and Graham Arnold is keen to bring some of Australia's most prodigious talents to the fore.
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WA closing in on first-innings lead in Shield final
Bad light has brought play to a premature end on day two of the Sheffield Shield final at the WACA Ground with WA 5-175 in response to Victoria's 195.
‘I’ll stab you’: Broncos threat recalled for derby
Wayne Bennett's most feared former defensive hitman explains how the Dolphins coach will handle the loss of suspended Felise Kaufusi, but he hopes he won't.
Scott says no panic stations yet for winless Geelong
Chris Scott has a "quiet confidence" that Geelong will get their AFL premiership defence back on track after slipping to a 0-2 record after two rounds.
‘Brave’ Panthers have no cause for concern: Ivan Cleary
Penrith have dropped two of their first three games but Panthers' coach Ivan Cleary isn't reaching for the panic button.
Carlton hold off Cameron’s Cats in AFL thriller
Carlton's Charlie Curnow has kicked five goals and Geelong's Jeremy Cameron six in an AFL shootout as the Blues hung on to beat the Cats by eight points.
Moses the hero as Eels upset Panthers in GF rematch
A Mitchell Moses field goal in extra time has helped Parramatta kickstart their season with a 17-16 defeat of local rivals Penrith.
Tigers release Maumalo, joins Titans immediately
Wests Tigers winger Ken Maumalo has been granted an immediate release to join NRL rivals Gold Coast, while Manly have re-signed Christian Tuipulotu
Melbourne recall big guns for clash against Lions
Melbourne have recalled a trio of premiership stars for their bumper AFL fixture against a Brisbane side bolstered by the return of captain Dayne Zorko.
Moses knocks back rivals, staying put at Parramatta
Mitchell Moses has finally decided his future, telling Parramatta's rivals he will take up a new deal that keeps him at the Eels.
Brisbane derby fullback battle to show Maroons’ depth
Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Brisbane counterpart Reece Walsh can make a State of Origin statement when their NRL teams clash on Friday night.
Revamped Waratahs seek return to Super W glory
Having lost the Super W grand final to newcomers Fijiana Drua last year, four-time champions NSW Waratahs say they've had to evolve in a bid to regain top spot.
Codes co-exist as Brisbane embraces new footy landscape
Brisbane's Friday night footy double-header will be unlike any other and the response from the public and the codes suggests they'll happily share the moment.
Lawrie says Dragons players ready to fight for Griffin
Blake Lawrie says he's made it clear he wants to fight to help coach Anthony Griffin keep his job as St George Illawarra canvas available replacements for 2024.
All Blacks star Barrett right at home with the Storm
All Blacks star Jordie Barrett has spent the week training and swapping ideas with the Melbourne NRL team while on a rest period with the Hurricanes.
Broncos No.6 Mam will handle Dolphins heat: Walters
Brisbane No.6 Ezra Mam had his knee strapped at training but is right to take on the Dolphins as prop Payne Haas prepares for an early forward onslaught.
Chris Fagan’s Lions out to prove they’re no AFL fluke
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan knows his AFL side can dispel all doubters when Melbourne visit the Gabba on Friday.
Knights more resilient as they continue without Ponga
Jayden Brailey claims his Newcastle side is more resilient than last season, as they battle on without concussed superstar Kalyn Ponga.
Not in my wildest dreams: Bennett on Dolphins v Broncos
A nostalgic Wayne Bennett says coaching the Dolphins against the Broncos will be a proud moment for him personally and a 'magnificent moment for the game.
Carpenter returns as Catley misses Matildas friendlies
The Matildas will welcome back brilliant full-back Ellie Carpenter from her ACL tear for friendlies against England and Scotland but Steph Catley is sidelined.
Ciraldo not concerned young pups will grow big heads
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo is not concerned that a week of high praise for his NRL rookies will have the Bulldogs getting ahead of themselves.
Munster set for Storm comeback against Tigers
Melbourne playmaker Cameron Munster has trained strongly despite his injured finger and is set to line up in the Storm's NRL clash with Wests Tigers.
Power should tag Nick Daicos: Magpies coach McRae
Nick Daicos shapes as a weapon against Port Adelaide, and Collingwood coach Craig McRae says he would tag the talented half-back if he led the Power.
Sheens adamant Doueihi can be right fit as Tigers No.1
Adam Doueihi can be a big, powerful NRL fullback for Wests Tigers in the same mould as South Sydney's Latrell Mitchell, according to coach Tim Sheens.
Irankunda in for Socceroos as Riley McGree sidelined
Riley McGree will not play against Ecuador in Sydney, with Graham Arnold confirming Adelaide wonderkid Nestory Irankunda will step into the Socceroos squad.
Aussies Day, Scott, Lee, Herbert post Match Play wins
Aussies Adam Scott, Jason Day, Min Woo Lee and Lucas Herbert have all recorded wins in their opening tussles at the WGC Dell Technologies Match Play in Texas.
Townsville Fire surge to title after grounding Flyers
Townsville Fire have secured their fourth WNBL championship after completing a 2-0 sweep of Southside Flyers.
Aussie-born Dykes speaks of scary pneumonia battle
Lyndon Dykes has revealed how a bout of pneumonia left him hospitalised and struggling to breathe.
Adelaide’s McAdam has three-game ban appeal dismissed
Adelaide forward Shane McAdam's challenge to a three-game suspension for his bump on the Giants' Jacob Wehr has been tossed out by the AFL appeals board.
Zampa, Agar star as Australia claim series win in India
Adam Zampa and Ashton Agar have combined for six wickets to lead Australia to a series-clinching ODI victory over India in Chennai.
Carlton heed lessons from string of nail-biting losses
Carlton coach Michael Voss has taken his players to school on the fine margins that have decided each of the side's last three AFL matches.