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• Ex-Arsenal star denied visa over rape charges; $7k FIFA issue exposed — World Cup Daily

  12-06-2026 23:59 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Thomas Partey, who is facing trial in Britain on rape charges, will miss Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama after Canadian authorities denied him a visa, FIFA said on Friday.
  
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• Ominous McLaren flex as Piastri sends statement; ‘horrible’ Mercedes issue — Practice Wrap

  12-06-2026 23:42 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Lando Norris edged fellow Briton George Russell by 0.009 seconds to top second practice on Saturday morning (AEST) for the Barcelona-Catalunya Formula One Grand Prix.
  
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• Canadian fans roar for home team historic point

  12-06-2026 23:42 via smh.com.au
  
  A special moment for Canada as their notch their first World Cup point after a 1 - 1 opening game in Toronto with Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  
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• SANFL players consider industrial action as hourly salary drops to $8

  12-06-2026 23:41 via abc.net.au
  
  The SANFL Players' Association is discussing the potential of a strike in response to a 50 per cent decline in pay over the past 20 years.
  
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• Smith's jab at old team after big win

  12-06-2026 23:37 via smh.com.au
  
  Bailey Smith tossed in a little jab at the Western Bulldogs on Friday night after beating Gold Coast.
  
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• 'A footballer's dream': From humble beginnings to the world stage

  12-06-2026 23:35 via abc.net.au
  
  The Touré brothers snuck into their local football field after hours to play the game they loved, while the Yengi brothers kicked around makeshift balls made of plastic bags. Two of them have now made it onto the world stage as Socceroos.
  
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• 'A footballer's dream': From humble beginings to the world stage

  12-06-2026 23:35 via abc.net.au
  
  The Touré brothers snuck into their local football field after hours to play the game they loved, while the Yengi brothers kicked around makeshift balls made of plastic bags. Two of them have now made it onto the world stage as Socceroos.
  
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• 'Difficult period': Top NRL ref confirms he had gambling problem

  12-06-2026 23:30 via abc.net.au
  
  Origin referee Ashley Klein has confirmed he battled with a gambling addiction after a report claimed he lost $400,000.
  
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• ‘Where are your gloves?’ Inside legendary Aussie career... and crazy detail in humble origin story

  12-06-2026 23:04 via foxsports.com.au
  
  It might just have been the craziest 12 months of Mat Ryan’s life and it could take another twist with the Socceroos captain and goalkeeper urging his teammates to believe they can shock everyone and deliver Australia’s best ever World Cup finish.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026, football news, Australia updates, Socceroos vs Turkiye start time: Mat Ryan feature, preview

  12-06-2026 23:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  It might just have been the craziest 12 months of Mat Ryan’s life and it could take another twist with the Socceroos captain and goalkeeper urging his teammates to believe they can shock everyone and deliver Australia’s best ever World Cup finish.
  
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• World Cup LIVE: Super sub’s heroics stun underdogs as Aussies get first look at rivals

  12-06-2026 22:46 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The 2026 FIFA World Cup resumes Saturday with the tournament’s two remaining hosts, Canada and the USA, kicking off their campaigns (from 5am AEST).
  
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• I’ve had coaches I’d run through walls for. These are the five questions Essendon, Carlton and Tassie should ask

  12-06-2026 22:30 via theage.com.au
  
  Fans want hope. Boards want credibility. The media wants a headline. But the most important question any club looking for a new coach should ask is, what are their players looking for?
  
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• ‘Let me know if you want a piece’: Rival’s cheeky callout as Volk reveals UFC title verdict

  12-06-2026 22:22 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Alexander Volkanovski reckons Australia will soon have another UFC world champion – albeit an adopted one – as part of a broader prediction for “wild” times on the White House lawn next Monday.
  
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• World Cup LIVE: First look at Aussie group rivals as USA faces pressure test

  12-06-2026 22:07 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The 2026 FIFA World Cup resumes Saturday with the tournament’s two remaining hosts, Canada and the USA, kicking off their campaigns (from 5am AEST).
  
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• Toot-toot: All aboard the Socceroos bandwagon, diehards and all

  12-06-2026 22:00 via theage.com.au
  
  Among the “Australian values” on our citizenship test is that 25-plus million of us become Socceroos tragics for a couple of weeks every fourth year, and then magically transform back to normal indifference as the bandwagon empties.
  
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• ‘Nobody took us seriously... except him’: Trump’s UFC love explained and how historic idea was born

  12-06-2026 22:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  What once sounded like a passing comment has become reality.
  
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• Monterrey Stadium one of the most stunning World Cup venues in history

  12-06-2026 21:44 via abc.net.au
  
  From volcano mimics to modern super-stadia with retractable roofs, the grounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup are among the most spectacular on Earth. Here's your guide to each of the 16 stadiums across Canada, Mexico and the United States. 
  
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• From Azteca to LA, your guide to every World Cup stadium

  12-06-2026 21:44 via abc.net.au
  
  From volcano mimics to modern super-stadia with retractable roofs, the grounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup are among the most spectacular on Earth. Here's your guide to each of the 16 stadiums across Canada, Mexico and the United States. 
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Canada draw 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina as US prepares for campaign against Paraguay

  12-06-2026 21:39 via smh.com.au
  
  Host nation Canada have kicked off their World campaign against Bosnia and Herzegovina, before the United States take on Paraguay at 11am. Follow all the action.
  
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• How far can the Socceroos really go at the FIFA World Cup?

  12-06-2026 21:35 via abc.net.au
  
  This crop of Socceroos has been labelled the "next generation", but that doesn't mean they aren't aiming high at the FIFA World Cup. 
  
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• We asked Essendon fans if James Hird should coach again. Everyone had the same answer

  12-06-2026 21:00 via theage.com.au
  
  We quizzed about a dozen Essendon supporters outside the MCG if they wanted James Hird to return as coach. Their answers differed vastly to our poll findings.
  
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• The World Cup has only just started, and FIFA has already suffered a humiliating defeat

  12-06-2026 21:00 via theage.com.au
  
  The outrages are mounting for the world game’s governing body. All of which should have been foreseeable, and none of which have been addressed.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Canada takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina as US prepares for campaign against Paraguay

  12-06-2026 20:12 via theage.com.au
  
  Host nation Canada kicks off their World campaign against Bosnia and Herzegovina from 5am, before the United States take on Paraguay at 11am. Follow all the action.
  
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• Live: World Cup protestors unfurl anti-Israel banner, supersub saves Canada

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host USA gets its campaign underway against Paraguay after Canada rescued a late draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. Follow live.
  
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• Live: US running rampant in three-goal first half against Paraguay

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host USA gets its campaign underway against Paraguay after Canada rescued a late draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. Follow live.
  
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• Live: US gifted early lead in World Cup opener by Paraguay own goal

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host USA gets its campaign underway against Paraguay after Canada rescued a late draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. Follow live.
  
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• Live: US begins World Cup campaign backed by incredible atmosphere in LA

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host USA gets its campaign underway against Paraguay after Canada rescued a late draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Türkiye captain expects to 'dominate' Socceroos, protests continue at World Cup

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host USA gets its campaign underway against Paraguay after Canada rescued a late draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Trump calls US team ahead of World Cup debut, supersub saves Canada

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host USA gets its campaign underway against Paraguay after Canada rescued a late draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Popovic gives Socceroos injury news on eve of opener, US begins World Cup campaign

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host USA gets its campaign underway against Paraguay after Canada rescued a late draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Ghana star denied visa, World Cup co-host Canada begins campaign

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host Canada gets its campaign underway in Toronto when it takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Ghana star denied visa, will miss his side's opener

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host Canada gets its campaign underway in Toronto when it takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Canadian joy as supersub saves World Cup party, Ghana star denied visa

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host Canada gets its campaign underway in Toronto when it takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Canada's World Cup party crashed by underdogs, Ghana star denied visa

  12-06-2026 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  World Cup co-host Canada gets its campaign underway in Toronto when it takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina. Follow live.
  
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• ‘First time in 30 years’: The injury setbacks behind Raiders debutant… and how close he came to walking away

  12-06-2026 16:33 via foxsports.com.au
  
  On Saturday night, Vena Patuki-Case will become the latest Canberra Raiders player to make his NRL debut, earning his opportunity after years of persistence and injury setbacks.
  
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• Hardwick says Geelong crowd influenced free kicks that ‘weren’t there’

  12-06-2026 16:31 via smh.com.au
  
  Geelong’s unbeaten streak against Gold Coast at GHMBA Stadium stretched to 10 as the Cats embarrassed the Suns’ big-name midfielders to strengthen their hold on a top-four spot.
  
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• ‘Fit man’s game’: How Murray changed Origin as calls grow louder for him to start for Blues

  12-06-2026 16:21 via foxsports.com.au
  
  State of Origin used to be the land of the giants with big boppers starting games and even larger lads coming off the bench as 34 men from NSW and Queensland bashed each other for 80 minutes straight.
  
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• BREAKING: NSW Blues dealt massive blow for Game 2 as star ruled out

  12-06-2026 16:21 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The New South Wales Blues have been forced into making a late change for Game 2 of the 2026 State of Origin series with Casey McLean ruled out of the contest with injury.
  
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• ‘Roman Colosseum’: Hardwick’s take on Cats fortress... and plea to AFL for change on ‘ridiculous look’

  12-06-2026 16:19 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has implied his side were battling more than just Geelong during their 45-point loss at Kardinia Park on Friday night, likening the venue to the “Roman Colosseum” as he questioned several umpiring decisions.
  
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• ‘He stepped up’: Sea Eagles make surprising leadership move — NRL Daily

  12-06-2026 16:17 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Sea Eagles have made a significant change in leadership with Jake Trbojevic appointed co-captain alongside younger brother Tom who is expected to make a return from a hamstring injury next week when Manly take on the Bulldogs.
  
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• Tigers lose enforcer for season, maybe for good; Raiders’ brutal blow — NRL Late Mail

  12-06-2026 15:59 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Warriors could be forced to make an interesting call this week as a star nears his return to the field.
  
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• Short makes bold Commonwealth Games claim after having pizza and Hackett on his mind

  12-06-2026 15:05 via theage.com.au
  
  Sam Short showed he is in scintillating form ahead of the Commonwealth Games and Pan Pacs by winning his fourth event at the Australian trials in Sydney.
  
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• NRL Highlights: Dolphins v Roosters - Round 15

  12-06-2026 14:47 via smh.com.au
  
  The Dolphins host the Sydney Roosters in Round 15 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.
  
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• Cats’ big ‘weapons’ run RIOT as Suns’ horror hoodoo rolls on... and ‘gift’ call leaves coach ‘furious’

  12-06-2026 14:41 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Geelong’s ‘Dash Brothers’ have teamed up to deliver a devastating double act, with Max Holmes and Bailey Smith inspiring a big Cats win over a flat Gold Coast outfit.
  
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• Blue in waiting: How Katoa’s masterclass orchestrated Roosters’ demise

  12-06-2026 14:21 via theage.com.au
  
  Isaiya Katoa has ensured he remains at the forefront of Blues consideration with a masterclass against Sydney to thrust the Dolphins into the NRL’s top four. 
  
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• Cats’ biggest ‘weapons’ run riot as horror Suns record rolls on... and ‘gift’ call leaves coach ‘furious’

  12-06-2026 14:19 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Geelong’s ‘Dash Brothers’ have teamed up to deliver a devastating double act, with Max Holmes and Bailey Smith inspiring a big Cats win over a flat Gold Coast outfit.
  
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• AFL LIVE: ‘It was always an issue with the Dogs’: Smith’s eyebrow-raising comments after Cats’ huge win

  12-06-2026 14:16 via theage.com.au
  
  Geelong were too good for Gold Coast at GMHBA Stadium. Follow along for live updates, reaction, and news.
  
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• AFL LIVE: Eclipsed: Cats make a prime-time statement against the star-studded Suns

  12-06-2026 14:16 via smh.com.au
  
  Geelong and Gold Coast are going head to head at GMHBA Stadium. Follow along for live updates, reaction, and news.
  
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• Dolphins’ huge boost in top-four race as star sends ‘unbelievable’ contract statement in ‘bloodbath’

  12-06-2026 14:15 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Dolphins are the premiership real deal after halfback phenom Isaiya Katoa outfoxed a Queensland Origin legend to engineer Redcliffe’s ruthless 48-10 rout of the Roosters on Friday night.
  
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• Rodwell scores on NRL debut

  12-06-2026 14:02 via theage.com.au
  
  Roosters halfback Toby Rodwell scores after coming off the bench in his NRL debut.
  
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