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• $19m payout after athlete’s murder

  23-10-2020 22:17
  The family of an American college track athlete who was killed by her ex-boyfriend reached a $19 million (AUD) settlement with the university she attended on Friday.
  
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• ‘Big mistake’: Ex-Socceroos attack Popovic’s gambles as Australia exit World Cup

  04-07-2026 03:53 via smh.com.au
  
  Australia’s gallant World Cup campaign has ended in heartbreak after they suffered a penalty shoot-out defeat against Egypt in Dallas.
  
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• Socceroos v Egypt LIVE updates: Colombia lead Ghana 1-0; Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time; Australia knocked out of World Cup by Egypt after penalties

  04-07-2026 03:31 via smh.com.au
  
  Colombia and Ghana are going head-to-head for a spot in the round of 16, after Australia and Cape Verde were eliminated from the World Cup by Egypt and Argentina earlier this morning. Follow the action.
  
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• Socceroos v Egypt LIVE updates: Colombia and Ghana kick-off in Kansas City; Argentina beat 3-2 Cape Verde in extra time; Australia knocked out of World Cup by Egypt after penalties

  04-07-2026 03:31 via smh.com.au
  
  Cape Verde take Argentina to extra time after the Socceroos are knocked out of the World Cup. Follow the action.
  
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• ‘My friend, you’re the best’: Zlatan’s message to shattered Herrington

  04-07-2026 03:17 via smh.com.au
  
  Everyone was rallying behind the teenage Socceroo after his missed penalty in the shootout against Egypt - including none other than Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
  
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• Bosnich and Slater slam Popovic's failed gamble

  04-07-2026 03:16 via theage.com.au
  
  Mark Bosnich and Robbie Slater have slammed Tony Popovic benching Patrick Beach.
  
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• Meet the hyped teen who could replace Payne Haas... and why Broncos were so desperate to keep him

  04-07-2026 03:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Brisbane Broncos have no shortage of young talent coming through their ranks, but few have generated as much hype and excitement as Tupou Francis.
  
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• Heartbreak for World Cup fairytale story as Messi escape act stuns after goal of the tournament contender

  04-07-2026 02:53 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Lionel Messi’s Argentina beat rank outsiders Cape Verde 3-2 after extra-time in an epic contest to reach the World Cup last 16 on Friday.
  
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• ‘Wonder if you’ll ever get back’: Returning Roosters star lifts lid on ‘hardest part of my career’

  04-07-2026 02:52 via foxsports.com.au
  
  For any athlete, a dreaded ACL tear is a daunting prospect.
  
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• ‘Bit strange’: Russell mystified by another big gap as Hamilton strikes back at home: Talking Points

  04-07-2026 02:52 via foxsports.com.au
  
  “Yesterday they were scaring me,” said a jubilant Lewis Hamilton after stepping out of his Ferrari at the end of sprint qualifying.
  
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• ‘Clearly kicked me’: Walker, Cogger facing time on the sidelines after spiteful clash

  04-07-2026 02:42 via smh.com.au
  
  Jack Cogger and Cody Walker have had their say on the incident that has the league world talking.
  
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• Courageous act that can’t be ignored; breakout star’s huge statement — Socceroos Ratings

  04-07-2026 02:30 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Sometimes in football you don’t get what you deserve, and it feels that way for Australia who produced the finest performance of Tony Popovic’s tenure but exit the World Cup in the Round of 32 after losing to Egypt in Dallas 4-2 on penalties. It had finished 1-1 at the end of regular and extra-time.
  
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• 'I didn't know': Keeper sub gamble a failed shot in the dark

  04-07-2026 02:10 via abc.net.au
  
  Tony Popovic made a bold call to swap out young 'keeper Pat Beach with veteran Mat Ryan for Australia's penalty shoot out defeat to Egypt. It didn't pay off.
  
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• Socceroos captain’s defensive masterclass before shootout heartbreak — Player Ratings

  04-07-2026 02:08 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Sometimes in football you don’t get what you deserve, and it feels that way for Australia who produced the finest performance of Tony Popovic’s tenure but exit the World Cup in the Round of 32 after losing to Egypt in Dallas 4-2 on penalties. It had finished 1-1 at the end of regular and extra-time.
  
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• BREAKING: Cody Walker learns fate over ‘selfish’ act that left league greats stunned

  04-07-2026 02:05 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Cody Walker is facing a ban over a “selfish” and “completely unnecessary” brain snap that saw the Rabbitohs five-eighth binned and cost a try in Friday night’s loss to the Penrith Panthers.
  
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• Socceroos star’s shock reveal over Tony Popovic bombshell as image exposes masterstroke that sunk Aussies

  04-07-2026 01:50 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Socceroos coach Tony Popovic made one of his biggest gambles of the World Cup during Australia’s Round of 32 clash against Egypt, switching goalkeepers moments before the penalty shootout in Arlington.
  
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• 'We're obviously devastated': Socceroos reflect on loss

  04-07-2026 01:47 via theage.com.au
  
  Aziz Behich and Jackson Irvine reflect on the Socceroos loss to Egypt.
  
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• World Cup fairytale continues as tiny nation stuns Messi after ‘genius’ bags SEVENTH goal — LIVE

  04-07-2026 01:46 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Lionel Messi takes centre stage once again when reigning champions Argentina face African underdogs Cape Verde in their World Cup Round of 32 clash in Miami.
  
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• The Hollywood reason why McLaren is green and white for the British GP

  04-07-2026 01:40 via abc.net.au
  
  Formula One fans will do double takes this weekend as McLaren races in green and white instead of its usual "papaya" orange.
  
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• Acrobatic finish as Djokovic advances

  04-07-2026 01:31 via theage.com.au
  
  Novak Djokovic defeated Arthur Rinderknech in four sets at Wimbledon.
  
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• It is time Australian rugby started to throw some punches

  04-07-2026 01:30 via theage.com.au
  
  The Wallabies have a poor recent record against Ireland and has no right to go into the Sydney Test with high expectations, but they need to take a stand.
  
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• CTE is a frightening thing. But banning risky sports isn’t the answer

  04-07-2026 01:30 via theage.com.au
  
  The ABC told the story of Nick Lowden, who at 23 became the youngest AFL footballer diagnosed with CTE. One expert argued children under 18 should be banned from playing the game.
  
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• ‘There’s no way’: Vanishing act that must be explained; issue with final Popa shock — Talking Points

  04-07-2026 01:26 via foxsports.com.au
  
  As the Socceroos bowed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the most painful way possible, there’s an undeniable feeling gripping Australia.
  
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• ‘It’s been a problem’: Eagles coach’s blunt admission as numbers expose glaring issue

  04-07-2026 01:19 via foxsports.com.au
  
  West Coast coach Andrew McQualter knows he has a challenge ahead to get his side up and going from the very first bounce of games.
  
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• Ange lands next coaching job as Aussie joins all-time football legend

  04-07-2026 01:07 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Ange Postecoglou will team up with football legend Cristiano Ronaldo as the Australian manager has been announced as the new boss of Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr.
  
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• ‘If you want to reach out, I’m here’: Football icon’s touching message to shattered Aussie teen sensation

  04-07-2026 01:01 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Swedish football legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic has offered words of support for Lucas Herrington after the Australian teenager missed his spot-kick during the Socceroos’ penalty shootout against Egypt on Saturday morning AEST.
  
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• NRL 2026: Payne Haas backs future State of Origin aspirations for Tupou Francis, the journey and rise behind Brisbane Broncos youngster Tupou Francis, nrl news

  04-07-2026 01:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Brisbane Broncos have no shortage of young talent coming through their ranks, but few have generated as much hype and excitement as Tupou Francis.
  
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• Aussies fume over ref act as Roos coach erupts at brtual tackle that left young gun on crutches

  04-07-2026 00:57 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Socceroos lost star player Jordan Bos on the stroke of half-time in their World Cup knockout loss against Egypt after what assistant coach Paul Okon described as a “terrible tackle”.
  
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• ‘If you want to reach out, I’m here’: Legend’s words of support for Aussie teen after WC heartbreak

  04-07-2026 00:55 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Swedish football legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic has offered words of support for Lucas Herrington after the Australian teenager missed his spot-kick during the Socceroos’ penalty shootout against Egypt on Saturday morning AEST.
  
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• Socceroos lose on penalties to Egypt

  04-07-2026 00:51 via smh.com.au
  
  The Socceroos will not march onto the Round of 16, bowing out in penalties to a strong Egyptian side.
  
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