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• Ex-NRL beasts’ touching Arrow moment as NAS beatdown opens door to $1m Gal blockbuster

  24-06-2026 23:45 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Nelson Asofa-Solomona has confirmed himself Australia’s new crossover king – and potentially secured a $1 million showdown with Paul Gallen – after earning a third straight career win against George Burgess.
  
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• Who is going to qualify for the World Cup knockout rounds?

  24-06-2026 23:42 via abc.net.au
  
  The Socceroos will finish either second of third in their World Cup group. Second means qualification for the knockout rounds. Third is a bit more complicated.
  
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• Fresh Dons links to duo amid latest Merrett update; Vic clubs linked to in-form Eagle — Trade Whispers

  24-06-2026 23:42 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Essendon has interest in a Bulldog and a Sun – and would be “much more open” to trading Zach Merrett this year. Plus two Victorian clubs linked to a breakout Eagles free agent.
  
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• ‘Stupid and naive’: Ben Stokes apologises after nightclub scandal

  24-06-2026 23:39 via theage.com.au
  
  Ben Stokes said he was “back properly as the captain of this team” after being dropped for a nightclub incident which also involved teammate Gus Atkinson.
  
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• Tartan Army take over Miami Beach

  24-06-2026 23:35 via theage.com.au
  
  Scottish fans light up the World Cup in Miami Beach ahead of their country's game against Brazil.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Scotland and Brazil start as Morocco faces off against Haiti; South Africa, South Korea, Czechia and Mexico in action today

  24-06-2026 23:28 via smh.com.au
  
  Switzerland have won 2-1 over Canada while Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Qatar 3-1. Follow all the action.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Morocco prepares for Haiti as Scotland faces off against Brazil; South Africa, South Korea, Czechia and Mexico in action today

  24-06-2026 23:28 via theage.com.au
  
  Switzerland have won 2-1 over Canada before Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Qatar 3-1. Follow all the action.
  
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• Matty’s verdict on shock Dogs switch.. and Galvin move he loves; Manly’s $2m elephant the room — NRL Talking Points

  24-06-2026 23:21 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Raiders’ stunning fall from grace has been laid bare while one NRL great has offered his take on why the Bulldogs made the bold call to move Matt Burton and Stephen Crichton.
  
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• Matty’s verdict on shock Dogs switch... and Galvin move he loves; Manly’s $2m elephant in the room — NRL Talking Points

  24-06-2026 23:21 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Raiders’ stunning fall from grace has been laid bare while one NRL great has offered his take on why the Bulldogs made the bold call to move Matt Burton and Stephen Crichton.
  
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• Joey’s blunt response to Matty’s Blues coaching call; sad reason for Roosters job offer — NRL Daily

  24-06-2026 23:07 via foxsports.com.au
  
  NSW Origin legend Andrew Johns has ruled out coaching the Blues, in response to a suggestion from brother Matty, saying he is completely ill-equipped for the job.
  
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• Key Socceroos cog ruled out with injury ahead of crucial Paraguay game

  24-06-2026 23:03 via abc.net.au
  
  Wing-back Jacob Italiano is ruled out of Australia's crucial World Cup clash with Paraguay after suffering a groin injury.
  
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• Contender’s ‘missing piece’; probe on star after trade talk as coach under fire — The Blowtorch

  24-06-2026 23:01 via foxsports.com.au
  A spotlight on a Dogs star after trade chatter. Plus a burning question on Richmond’s coach, and more.
  
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• Alarm bells ring over Stokes answer as ‘frustrated’ England star breaks silence on nightclub saga

  24-06-2026 23:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Returning captain Ben Stokes insisted he had been “man enough” to apologise to his England teammates after missing the last Test for breaching a curfew.
  
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• Sorry, Scotland: What Socceroos want to see in final group stage games — World Cup LIVE

  24-06-2026 22:59 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Socceroos are hoping to take a major step towards the FIFA World Cup knockouts as the final round of group stage play begins.
  
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• Tartan Army arrived in Miami ahead of Scotland-Brazil clash

  24-06-2026 22:49 via theage.com.au
  
  Scottish supporters known as the Tartan Army arrive in Miami for the 2026 World Cup clash between Scotland and Brazil.
  
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• More injury woes for Socceroos as Italiano ruled out of Paraguay showdown

  24-06-2026 22:45 via theage.com.au
  
  Defender Jacob Italiano could miss the rest of the World Cup with a groin injury, further exposing the lack of depth in what has been the team’s long-term problem position.
  
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• ‘Frustrated and disappointed’: Stokes’ apology to teammates after nightclub saga

  24-06-2026 22:40 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Returning captain Ben Stokes insisted he had been “man enough” to apologise to his England teammates after missing the last Test for breaching a curfew.
  
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• Women’s PGA Championship, LPGA Tour, golf news, preview: Australia history at Hazeltine as Nelly Korda plots major win

  24-06-2026 22:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  A group of little girls start chanting “Nelly, Nelly” on the iconic Madison Avenue in New York City, as Nelly Korda strolls past with a stride and vibe fit for a rock star and an enormous billboard she adorns in the background.
  
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• NRL 2026: Matty Johns’ theory on why Bulldogs switched Matt Burton and Stephen Crichton, Canberra Raiders form, Round 17 talking points and analysis

  24-06-2026 22:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Raiders’ stunning fall from grace has been laid bare while one NRL great has offered his take on why the Bulldogs made the bold call to move Matt Burton and Stephen Crichton.
  
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• Legend’s teary triumph before boozy Aussie takeover... and why superstar could spoil party

  24-06-2026 22:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  A group of little girls start chanting “Nelly, Nelly” on the iconic Madison Avenue in New York City, as Nelly Korda strolls past with a stride and vibe fit for a rock star and an enormous billboard she adorns in the background.
  
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• AFL 2026, The Blowtorch Round 16 | Tim English trade talk, Adem Yze, Collingwood defence, Jordan De Goey, Will Day, biggest burning questions, preview, analysis, stats, how to watch on Fox Footy, commentators, latest news

  24-06-2026 22:00 via foxsports.com.au
  A spotlight on a Dogs star after trade chatter. Plus a burning question on Richmond’s coach, and more.
  
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• Knights player Kepaoa banned for six weeks for homophobic slur

  24-06-2026 21:49 via abc.net.au
  
  Newcastle Knights player Asu Kepaoa is handed a six-week ban for using a homophobic slur during a NSW Cup match.
  
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• Traffic cones on statues and a sea of orange: The traditions taking over the World Cup

  24-06-2026 21:37 via abc.net.au
  
  Every four years, the World Cup provides the perfect backdrop for fans to showcase their culture's traditional football rituals in front of millions. 
  
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• The passion, pride and chaos of World Cup fan culture

  24-06-2026 21:37 via abc.net.au
  
  Every four years, the World Cup provides the perfect backdrop for fans to showcase their culture's traditional football rituals in front of millions. 
  
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• Her son is a top jockey who rides million-dollar races. Racing Victoria has banned her from attending them

  24-06-2026 21:30 via theage.com.au
  
  The mother of group 1-winning jockey Ben Melham can no longer go to the races to watch him ride after being placed on Racing Victoria’s disqualified persons list.
  
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• There’s more on the line than ever in this last round of World Cup group games. This is why

  24-06-2026 21:00 via smh.com.au
  
  In past years, finishing third meant elimination. But the expanded World Cup means many more sides have a chance to make the knockout stages. Here is how they decide who progresses to the last 32.
  
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• Hanson's Socceroos own goal should have been a free kick for Taylor

  24-06-2026 21:00 via abc.net.au
  
  Pauline Hanson has chosen one of Australia's most popular national sporting brands and visible expressions of cultural diversity in her pitch for a "monoculture". 
  
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• South Africa stuns South Korea to secure World Cup knockout stage spot

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  South Africa defeats South Korea 1-0 to lock in a knockout stage spot and leave the Koreans waiting nervously for other results.
  
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• Live: Switzerland claims its World Cup group as double-headers get underway

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  Switzerland claims its World Cup group with a tense victory over Canada as Scotland prepares to take on Brazil to secure a knockout spot. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Switzerland and Canada locked in epic World Cup battle to claim group

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  The final round of the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup starts with simultaneous Group B games between Switzerland and Canada, and Qatar vs Bosnia and Herzegovina. Follow live.
  
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• Live: South Korea drops star attacker to the bench for crucial World Cup clash

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  South Korea sends former Spurs star and captain Son Heung-min to the bench for its crucial World Cup clash with South Africa. Follow live.
  
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• Live: South Africa stuns South Korea to secure World Cup knockout stage spot

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  South Africa defeats South Korea 1-0 to lock in a knockout stage spot and leave the Koreans waiting nervously for other results. Follow live.
  
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• Live: South Africa scores to leapfrog South Korea in crucial group game

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  South Africa goes ahead in its crucial group match against South Korea to take second spot. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Scotland's World Cup hopes hang by a thread as Haiti makes history

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  Haiti scores its first World Cup goal in 52 years, as Scotland's hopes of making it to the knockouts teeter against Brazil. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Jam-packed day as last round of World Cup group clashes kicks off

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  The final round of the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup starts with simultaneous Group B games between Switzerland and Canada, and Qatar vs Bosnia and Herzegovina. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Haiti stuns Morocco early as Scotland's World Cup hopes hang by a thread

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  Haiti scores its first World Cup goal in 52 years, as Scotland's hopes of making it to the knockouts teeter against Brazil. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Haiti stuns Morocco early as Scotland looks to make World Cup history

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  Switzerland claims its World Cup group with a tense victory over Canada as Scotland prepares to take on Brazil to secure a knockout spot. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Brazil star starts on bench as Scotland looks to make World Cup history

  24-06-2026 20:11 via abc.net.au
  
  Switzerland claims its World Cup group with a tense victory over Canada as Scotland prepares to take on Brazil to secure a knockout spot. Follow live.
  
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• CROC HUNTED: Aussie digs deep, becomes two-division world champ in bloody epic

  24-06-2026 14:59 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Liam Paro may have walked to the ring dressed as Crocodile Dundee, but this was undeniably a night where he made his own name.
  
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• ‘Fighting a bigger fight’: Beautiful Arrow tribute, NAS reveals plans as Burgess cops horror injury

  24-06-2026 14:57 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Nelson Asofa-Solomona has confirmed himself Australia’s new crossover king – and potentially secured a $1 million showdown with Paul Gallen – after earning a third straight career win against George Burgess.
  
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• NAS takes victory over Burgess in 'mayhem' fight

  24-06-2026 13:46 via theage.com.au
  
  Nelson Asofa-Solomona takes his third career victory after beating George Burgess in his debut heavyweight fight in Brisbane.
  
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• ‘Fighting a bigger fight’: Beautiful Arrow tribute as NAS reveals what’s next after Burgess war

  24-06-2026 13:42 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Nelson Asofa-Solomona has confirmed himself Australia’s new crossover king – and potentially secured a $1 million showdown with Paul Gallen – after earning a third straight career win against George Burgess.
  
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• Swans bring back a midfield superstar, key defender for Lions clash: AFL teams and expert tips for round 16

  24-06-2026 13:19 via smh.com.au
  
  Sydney will go into the blockbuster Thursday-night clash against the back-to-back premiers boosted by the addition of two key stars.
  
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• Swans bring back a midfield star, key defender for Lions clash: AFL teams and expert tips for round 16

  24-06-2026 13:19 via theage.com.au
  
  Sydney will go into the blockbuster Thursday-night clash against the back-to-back premiers boosted by the addition of two key stars.
  
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• ‘Dominant’ NAS bloodies Burgess in epic war; Aussie’s world title shot UP NOW — LIVE

  24-06-2026 13:19 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Aussie superstar Liam Paro is gunning to become the IBF welterweight title holder with a win over Lewis Crocker in a heavily-anticipated bout.
  
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• Tassie chief on stadium fears, coaching update; AFL set to limit clubs’ contact training — Daily

  24-06-2026 13:07 via foxsports.com.au
  The Tassie Devils chief has responded to stadium cost fears and provided an update on the club’s coaching search.
  
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• Maitua claims he was axed by NSWRL

  24-06-2026 12:46 via theage.com.au
  
  Bulldogs great Reni Maitua claims he was axed by NSWRL over podcast comments made about the State of Origin team.
  
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• Door opens for Aussie shake-up as Socceroos starter, veteran set to miss Paraguay showdown

  24-06-2026 12:38 via foxsports.com.au
  Socceroos winger Mat Leckie has been ruled out of Australia’s World Cup match against Paraguay due to a hamstring injury.
  
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• Tassie chief on stadium fears, coaching update; AFL tipped to limit clubs’ contact training — Daily

  24-06-2026 12:26 via foxsports.com.au
  The Tassie Devils chief has responded to stadium cost fears and provided an update on the club’s coaching search.
  
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• Former Broncs’ big statement; NAS’ trademark arrival as Aussie’s title shot looms — LIVE

  24-06-2026 12:03 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Aussie superstar Liam Paro is gunning to become the IBF welterweight title holder with a win over Lewis Crocker in a heavily-anticipated bout.
  
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