Knights star kept Bulldogs coach ‘awake all week’
Even for defensive guru Cameron Ciraldo, it hasn't been easy to construct a plan for neutralising Newcastle's attacking livewire Fletcher Sharpe.
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Five stitches later, Ciraldo yet to hear from stadium
After an injury in the coaches' box in Canberra, Canterbury's Cameron Ciraldo has received stitches but no contact from GIO stadium.
Young gun dropped in Demons selection shock
Trent Rivers has been left out of the Melbourne side to face Carlton, while West Coast and Port Adelaide will unveil new recruits in round three.
Seibold out: Manly sack coach three games into season
Manly have sacked head coach Anthony Seibold after a dismal start to his fourth NRL season at the helm, leaving his assistants "shocked".
Late Bos goal helps stodgy Socceroos past Cameroon
A late goal from Jordy Bos has helped Australia to a 1-0 win over Cameroon in their friendly in Sydney.
Moore, Pendlebury worries sour Magpies’ win over Giants
Led by Nick Daicos, Collingwood have claimed a 33-point win over undermanned and wasteful GWS, but have injury worries over Darcy Moore and Scott Pendlebury.
‘Critical’: Manly’s era-defining call post-Seibold
Manly claim not to be in any rush to pick out Anthony Seibold's full-time successor, but concede they cannot afford to bungle the call.
The teen wonder who’s bolting into Socceroos contention
Tony Popovic has revealed the moment he knew teenage World Cup hopeful Lucas Herrington was ready to handle a Socceroos debut at age 18.
Australia to be ‘overprepared’ for ongoing fuel woes
Australians are being urged to use common sense instead of stockpiling petrol and diesel as the government proposes new powers to secure supplies.
Houthis claim first attack on Israel since start of war
A missile has been fired at Israel from Yemen for the first time since the start of the war in Iran one month ago.
Tiger Woods released on bail after arrest in Florida
Another car crash involving 15-time major golf winner Tiger Woods has led to the 50-year-old's arrest near his home in Florida on suspicion of DUI.
They kept hitting him: Harley Reid’s maturity praised
Harley Reid's mature response to being physically targeted has earned high praise, and the West Coast star will be aiming for another big effort against Port.
‘Ridiculous’: coach slams ACT government over stadium
Ricky Stuart has lambasted the ACT government over GIO stadium, but praised 21-year-old potential debutant Joe Roddy ahead of Canberra's clash against Cronulla.
Manly interim coach’s message to doubters
Kieran Foran knows there'll be plenty doubting his appointment as Manly's interim coach, but tackling big challenges is nothing new for the NRL legend.
Dropping Nasiah tag pays off as Lions overwhelm Saints
Brisbane dropping a tag on Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera proved pivotal as the reigning premiers beat St Kilda by 33 points for their first win of the AFL season.
Vics close in on Shield title after substitute drama
Amid some confusion, Victoria have used the injury substitute rule before dominating SA late on day three of the Sheffield Shield final.
Hurricanes blow away Reds to snap four-game Super run
The Hurricanes have sent a statement with an eight-try romp in Wellington to snap the Reds' four-game Super Rugby Pacific winning streak.
Bulldogs coach blasts ‘soft’ traits in loss to Knights
Newcastle have given Canterbury an NRL reality check with Dominic Young scoring a hat-trick to lead the Knights to a 24-16 win.
Coach wants more to rise high with superstar Saint
St Kilda head into the AFL bye sitting 1-3, and coach Ross Lyon says more players need to lift to reach the level of young star Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.
Collard facing AFL investigation again for alleged slur
Two years after serving a six-game ban for a homophobic slur, St Kilda player Lance Collard is under investigation again.
Penrith the NRL’s only unbeaten team with win over Eels
Penrith have continued their great start to the year with a big win over Parramatta, who lost a key player to a hip-drop tackle for the second consecutive week.
Kennedy edges Gout in 200m showdown in Melbourne
Lachlan Kennedy has done the sprint double at the Maurie Plant Meet and relegated Gout Gout to second place in the 200m.
Iran warns US over ground attack as Marines deployed
Pakistan is hosting talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt on ending the US-Israeli war on Iran as Tehran warns the US against a ground attack.
Crops flattened, towns smashed by rampaging cyclone
Bananas, livestock and vegetables have felt the brunt of Cyclone Narelle as communities clean up following the brutal storm.
‘No compelling case’: AFL resists later grand final
The AFL grand final will stay in the traditional 2.30pm timeslot for at least the next two seasons, but the door remains open for a future decider under lights.
Anti-Trump rallies pop up in thousands of US cities
People have taken to the streets en masse across the United States to protest against President Donald Trump and his administration in "No Kings" rallies.
Magpies learn extent of skipper Moore’s injury
After Darcy Moore played through a hamstring issue against GWS, Collingwood have learned the extent of their captain's injury.
Arnold out to conquer toughest job, end World Cup pain
Iraq's Australian coach Graham Arnold speaks to AAP about his quest to qualify for June's World Cup. Iraq face a play-off on Wednesday (AEDT).
Panthers’ Kenny banned from NRL blockbuster
Three-time NRL premiership winner Mitch Kenny is set to miss the hotly-anticipated clash between Penrith and Melbourne through suspension.
Carey adds a ton of intrigue to absorbing Shield final
A Sheffield Shield final featuring several plot twists will go down to the last day, with Victoria needing another 94 runs to beat South Australia.
AFL star sent to tribunal for wiping blood on opponent
North Melbourne's Tristan Xerri could be suspended for multiple AFL matches after he was charged with serious misconduct for wiping blood on an opponent.