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• The calls for Australia to play its best attacking weapons are loud

  25-06-2026 07:59 via abc.net.au
  
  Tony Popovic dances to his own selection tune, but that doesn't mean there aren't loud calls for him to select Australia's most attacking weapons against Paraguay.
  
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• Walker’s future on Roosters’ agenda as NRL’s next million-dollar man

  25-06-2026 07:45 via theage.com.au
  
  The Queensland rookie’s brilliant Origin campaign has put his next contract well and truly in the spotlight.
  
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• The IOC will pay Olympic athletes for the first time. Is it enough?

  25-06-2026 07:30 via theage.com.au
  
  Following intense scrutiny, the International Olympic Committee has agreed to pay $US10,000 to every athlete who competes at an Olympic Games. Is it the first step towards proper prizemoney?
  
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• The IOC will pay Olympic athletes for the first time. But is it enough?

  25-06-2026 07:30 via theage.com.au
  
  Following intense scrutiny, the International Olympic Committee has agreed to pay $US10,000 to every athlete who competes at an Olympic Games. Is it the first step towards proper prizemoney?
  
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• Socceroos’ World Cup knockouts scenarios: Likely opponent... and teams who’ll want to LOSE

  25-06-2026 07:26 via foxsports.com.au
  Australia is on the brink of the FIFA World Cup knockout stage, but it’ll all come down to the final group stage match against Paraguay on Friday afternoon - while passage beyond the first knockout round could be difficult.
  
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• ‘Total reset’ to see star shipped; superstar’s exit looms despite Giannis miss — Trade Whispers

  25-06-2026 07:12 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The 2026 NBA Draft is in the books, and the league has wasted no time shifting into full off-season mode.
  
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• ‘Divine justice’: How Paraguay plan to relegate the Socceroos to third place

  25-06-2026 07:10 via theage.com.au
  
  Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro believes he has the ingredients to create history with his side – and throw Australia’s World Cup campaign into the balance.
  
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• Quick hits: Kane's curse lifted, historic goals for Haiti, 40yo keeper's big moment

  25-06-2026 07:00 via abc.net.au
  
  A Ghanaian witch doctor releases a curse on England striker Harry Kane, Haiti scores its first World Cup goals in 52 years and 40-year-old Mexico keeper Guillermo Ochoa makes an emotional appearance from the bench. Here are today's quick hits.
  
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• Round 16 AFL Team Tips: Star ruled out of clash with Vic rival; sour update for injured Coleman Medallist

  25-06-2026 06:46 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Collingwood has made a reveal over a star’s timeline as another key cog goes down, while a Coleman Medallist’s recent injury is worse than first feared.
  
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• What today's results mean for each World Cup team in action

  25-06-2026 06:45 via abc.net.au
  
  The path to the World Cup knockouts is more complicated than ever. Here is what Thursday's results mean for the path ahead.
  
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• ‘Running scared’: AFL’s response to star leaves great livid; latest uplifting Modra update — Daily

  25-06-2026 06:11 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Will Schofield has hit out at the AFL after Jy Simpkin was asked to remove social media comments criticising the MRO and tribunal.
  
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• He was ‘destined’ to take Ferrari to F1’s promise land. Then a 1,446-day worry turned serious

  25-06-2026 06:11 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Charles Leclerc’s victory at the 2022 Austrian Grand Prix was the final shot in a championship bid doomed to failure.
  
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• ‘Infuriating’: Controversial change that’s ‘needlessly killed’ World Cup drama

  25-06-2026 06:04 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Of all the many divisive changes and quirks being introduced at the 2026 World Cup, one of the most painful of all is only beginning to take shape.
  
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• Every 2026 FIFA World Cup result, group standings... and how they shape knockout fixtures

  25-06-2026 05:50 via foxsports.com.au
  The 2026 FIFA World Cup is nearing the knockout stages, with the final group stage games underway.
  
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• Bizarre reason 15yo phenom Vaibhav Sooryavanshi won’t be allowed into Indian changeroom during debut

  25-06-2026 05:48 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Teen cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will reportedly be required to use his own changeroom during India’s white-ball tour of Ireland and England.
  
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• ‘We don’t know’: Tony Popovic forced into re-think as star ruled out; doubles down on shock call

  25-06-2026 05:45 via foxsports.com.au
  Socceroos boss Tony Popovic will be forced to make at least two changes to his starting XI for Australia’s make-or-break World Cup clash with Paraguay on Friday.
  
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• ‘Load of garbage’: Michael Maguire fiery response over shock Payne Haas rumour

  25-06-2026 05:24 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has rubbished reports that prop Payne Haas could switch clubs mid-season, calling the speculation a “load of garbage”.
  
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• Socceroos knockouts scenarios: Likely opponent... and teams who’ll want to LOSE

  25-06-2026 05:19 via foxsports.com.au
  Australia is on the brink of the FIFA World Cup knockout stage, but it’ll all come down to the final group stage match against Paraguay on Friday afternoon - while passage beyond the first knockout round could be difficult.
  
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• Three stars on the table as NBA off-season explodes over ‘total reset — Trade whispers

  25-06-2026 05:12 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The 2026 NBA Draft is in the books, and the league has wasted no time shifting into full off-season mode.
  
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• ‘Going home’: Coach storms out of interview; emotional scenes as underdog makes WC history

  25-06-2026 05:11 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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• ‘Get him out of bed’: $1m Gal call looms as new Aussie heavyweight threat emerges — Talking Points

  25-06-2026 05:11 via foxsports.com.au
  
  So Liam Paro is kicking back in the bowels of Pat Rafter Arena on Wednesday night, stitches above his left eye, dark swelling around the right, and a pained smile emanating from beneath that black Crocodile Dundee hat.
  
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• Battle lines drawn over AFL’s contract cap push; Power duo expected to stay put: Trade Latest

  25-06-2026 05:00 via foxsports.com.au
  The AFL Players’ Association has vowed to oppose any move to cap contract lengths, arguing long-term deals are the only remaining tool clubs have to attract and retain talent.
  
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• Leclerc was destined to take Ferrari to the promised land. Then Hamilton woke up

  25-06-2026 04:59 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Charles Leclerc’s victory at the 2022 Austrian Grand Prix was the final shot in a championship bid doomed to failure.
  
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• ‘Not sure when’: Collingwood skipper no guarantee to return in 2026

  25-06-2026 04:50 via smh.com.au
  
  Collingwood can’t guarantee that Darcy Moore will play again in 2026 as he hit the track for the first time since he returned from a trip to the USA.
  
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• ‘We’re going home’: Coach storms out of interview after brutal loss; historic win brewing — World Cup LIVE

  25-06-2026 04:35 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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• ‘Just wait’: Spence camp sends big Tszyu warning... but Vegemite gets a hard pass

  25-06-2026 04:31 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Errol Spence isn’t the same fighter who last stepped into a boxing ring three years ago.
  
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• ‘Handled by Gus’: Twist over disgruntled Dogs star’s future as Ciraldo addresses exit rumours

  25-06-2026 04:31 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo says there have been no discussions about releasing strike centre Bronson Xerri before the June 30 deadline amid speculation the Storm and Eels are keen to sign him immediately.
  
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• Unwanted star’s NRL switch locked in as deal details revealed with Origin hero to make way

  25-06-2026 04:28 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Brisbane Broncos have confirmed the signing of Dane Gagai on a one-year deal.
  
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• Hannah Green back on happy hunting ground with chance to end golf-major drought

  25-06-2026 04:28 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian Hannah Green is once again in sparkling form as she returns to the scene of her maiden major win in 2019 with hopes of ending ending her seven-year major drought.
  
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• Green back on happy hunting ground with chance to end golf-major drought

  25-06-2026 04:28 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian Hannah Green is once again in sparkling form as she returns to the scene of her maiden major win in 2019 with hopes of ending ending her seven-year major drought.
  
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• BREAKING: Unwanted star’s NRL switch confirmed as details of deal revealed, Origin hero to make way

  25-06-2026 04:28 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Brisbane Broncos have confirmed the signing of Dane Gagai on a one-year deal.
  
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• Brisbane Broncos warn of scam offering fake mascot auditions

  25-06-2026 04:13 via abc.net.au
  
  A scam is circulating online falsely offering fans a chance to audition to be the Brisbane Broncos' mascot in exchange for payment.
  
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• ‘I knew’: Guus blunder we all overlooked... and pen detail that still stings 20 years on — Part Four

  25-06-2026 04:07 via foxsports.com.au
  
  For many Australians the wounds of June 26, 2006 have never healed.
  
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• ‘Load of garbage’: Broncos coach’s fiery response over shock Haas rumour

  25-06-2026 03:56 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has rubbished reports that prop Payne Haas could switch clubs mid-season, calling the speculation a “load of garbage”.
  
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• The umpires had a tough night. Then Gillon McLachlan called

  25-06-2026 03:50 via smh.com.au
  
  How do you create a positive environment with a group of people who feel like they never win and get harassed constantly?
  
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• Two-year wait ends as Brazil superstar returns

  25-06-2026 03:22 via theage.com.au
  
  Neymar Jr returns for the first time in over two years to represent Brazil at the World Cup, dismissing Scotland with ease.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: South Africa v South Korea, Czechia v Mexico up now; Brazil defeat 3-0 Scotland as Morocco wins 4-2 over Haiti

  25-06-2026 03:20 via theage.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: South Africa beat South Korea 1-0; Mexico punish Czechia 3-0; Brazil defeat 3-0 Scotland as Morocco wins 4-2 over Haiti

  25-06-2026 03:20 via theage.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: South Africa 0-0 South Korea, Czechia 0-0 Mexico at half-time; Brazil defeat 3-0 Scotland as Morocco wins 4-2 over Haiti

  25-06-2026 03:20 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 as it happened: South Africa beat South Korea 1-0; Mexico punish Czechia 3-0; Brazil defeat 3-0 Scotland as Morocco wins 4-2 over Haiti

  25-06-2026 03:20 via smh.com.au
  
  Neymar returned to Brazil’s side for the first time since 2023 in their 3-0 victory over Scotland, leaving the Scots with only a slim chance of progressing.
  
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• Brutal twist as Dragons star goes down in training mishap; Bunnies absence explained — NRL Late Mail

  25-06-2026 03:19 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Dragons have been dealt a blow with a forward going down at training after colliding with a teammate.
  
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• Qatar eliminated from the World Cup

  25-06-2026 03:11 via theage.com.au
  
  A loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina marks the end of Qatar's time at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  
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• Host nation fall short as Swiss stun

  25-06-2026 03:06 via theage.com.au
  
  A 2-1 loss to Switzerland on Thursday sees Canada fall short of continuing their World Cup campaign on home soil.
  
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• ‘Disgrace’: Great’s fury as former representative star reveals brutal axing over Blues comments

  25-06-2026 03:05 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Former Kangaroos representative Reni Maitua has claimed he was stood down from his position with the NSWRL due to his criticism of the Blues team on a weekly podcast.
  
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• Minnows cause stir in bonkers game; golden boot race gets even crazier — World Cup LIVE

  25-06-2026 03:01 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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• ‘I wouldn’t change that’: Popa doubles down on USA blunder ahead of crunch World Cup clash

  25-06-2026 02:42 via foxsports.com.au
  After scathing criticism from several Socceroos greats, Tony Popovic said he would not change the starting XI he picked for Australia’s 2-0 World Cup loss to the United States in Seattle.
  
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• Belgium in Dallas? Germany in Boston? What might await Socceroos and how they can advance

  25-06-2026 02:24 via smh.com.au
  
  Despite a disappointing loss to the US, the Socceroos’ World Cup fate is still very much in their own hands.
  
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• Belgium in Dallas? Germany in Boston?: What might await Socceroos and how they can advance

  25-06-2026 02:24 via theage.com.au
  
  Despite a disappointing loss to the US, the Socceroos’ World Cup fate is still very much in their own hands.
  
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• As F1 heads to Austria the final result of Monaco goes to the courts

  25-06-2026 02:07 via abc.net.au
  
  As F1 descends on the scenic Styrian Mountains for this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix, two teams are in the process of reversing the result in Monaco.
  
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• What’s next for ‘Australia’s new pound-for-pound king’ after $1m masterstroke — Talking Points

  25-06-2026 02:04 via foxsports.com.au
  
  So Liam Paro is kicking back in the bowels of Pat Rafter Arena on Wednesday night, stitches above his left eye, dark swelling around the right, and a pained smile emanating from beneath that black Crocodile Dundee hat.
  
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