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• ‘Clear improvement’: Cowboys’ crucial coaching decision finalised to avoid ‘short-sighted’ call

  20-06-2026 11:58 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Cowboys have made a crucial decision regarding their coaching future, handing Todd Payten a contract extension for a further two seasons.
  
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• Contract shock as top coach ‘gettable’; concerning report on why Cat missed game — AFL Daily

  23-06-2026 13:22 via foxsports.com.au
  
  One of the AFL’s top coaches is out of contract soon - and willing to consider a move elsewhere.
  
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• Revealed: NBL powerhouse chasing highly-rated NBA coach with strong links to superstar

  23-06-2026 13:17 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Nearly two months have passed since Melbourne United head coach Dean Vickerman announced his departure, but the club’s search for his replacement has now taken them to the NBA.
  
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• ‘Pushed out of the club’: Origin superstar’s revival sparks tense debate over Madge mistake

  23-06-2026 13:13 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Unwanted by the Brisbane Broncos, Selwyn Cobbo has thrived since his move to the Dolphins at the start of the year, reigniting his career and silencing doubts about his form.
  
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• ‘Think about the way you play’: Tribunal chair sends Saints young gun message after big bump ban

  23-06-2026 13:06 via foxsports.com.au
  
  St Kilda’s Alix Tauru has been told to “think about the way you play” after copping his third multi-week suspension in barely a year.
  
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• The man leading the Essendon coaching race went for the job before. He finished last

  23-06-2026 13:02 via foxsports.com.au
  
  It’s been revealed that “preferred” Essendon senior coach candidate Dean Solomon finished last in the Bombers’ 2022 coaching race.
  
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• $1m talks revealed for huge Gallen return; ‘trillion dollar’ future for next Aussie champ — Fighting Words column

  23-06-2026 12:18 via foxsports.com.au
  
  George Rose has confirmed discussions are already underway for a blockbuster Australian crossover bout between Paul Gallen and Nelson Asofa-Solomona – with the NSW Origin great requesting a $1 million payday.
  
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• ‘Not mature enough’: Debate over ‘chaotic’ AFL change idea after cryptic Butters remark

  23-06-2026 11:46 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Zak Butters says the footy industry isn’t ready for premature player movement decisions, such is the case in rugby league.
  
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• The AFL investigated the Sayers pic but not the Melbourne meeting. Why?

  23-06-2026 11:42 via theage.com.au
  
  If the AFL is willing to investigate off-field behaviour that risks brand damage, why not examine a situation where a club has admitted to mishandling sensitive personal information?
  
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• ‘Pull down the shutters’: Broncos to ‘implode’ without Walsh miracle as ‘$500k Hunt call’ under fire

  23-06-2026 11:37 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Brisbane Broncos face a must-win clash this round against the Sydney Roosters as their finals hopes hang by a single thread.
  
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• Socceroos supported in California by friends and family

  23-06-2026 11:34 via theage.com.au
  
  The Socceroos were cheered on by a sea of green and gold in California at base camp as friends, family and fans all caught a glimpse of the football heroes.
  
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• Messi becomes all-time leading scorer

  23-06-2026 11:34 via theage.com.au
  
  Lionel Messi wrote himself into the record books again as he scored his 17th and 18th goals in a FIFA World Cup, becoming the all-time leading scorer.
  
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• ‘We’re hurting for him’: Injury could spell the end of Leckie’s World Cup

  23-06-2026 11:30 via theage.com.au
  
  Mathew Leckie’s fourth World Cup experience has been derailed by a hamstring injury, putting his chances of a return to the field at risk for the veteran.
  
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• Rabbitohs star to remain sidelined for entire season over domestic violence charges

  23-06-2026 11:30 via theage.com.au
  
  The hearing into charges levelled against South Sydney winger Tyrone Munro has been adjourned until February 15, meaning he won’t take the field again this season.
  
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• Cam Murray hits back at Latrell critics

  23-06-2026 11:29 via theage.com.au
  
  South Sydney's Cameron Murray put his full support behind injured Latrell Mitchell, saying he 'committed' to coming back as soon as possible.
  
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• Rugby lights up Sydney Harbour

  23-06-2026 11:28 via theage.com.au
  
  After the Vivid drone show disaster, Rugby Australia are making sure their upcoming drone show ahead of their upcoming Test match goes without a hitch.
  
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• Ponga ready for Tigers showdown

  23-06-2026 11:28 via theage.com.au
  
  Captain Kalyn Ponga knows what the Knights need to do as Adam Doueihi returns for the Wests Tigers in Sunday's game.
  
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• No more Mr Nice Guy: AFL puts its clubs on notice over umpire criticism

  23-06-2026 11:07 via theage.com.au
  
  AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon and his senior football lieutenant Greg Swann communicated this warning to club CEOs on Tuesday.
  
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• ‘What I did was legal’: Saints young gun’s big claims fighting third ban in 14 months — LIVE

  23-06-2026 10:46 via foxsports.com.au
  
  St Kilda’s Alix Tauru is facing a third multi-week suspension in barely a year, referred straight to the Tribunal for a heavy bump in the VFL.
  
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• Rabbitohs star to miss rest of season after DV court case ruling

  23-06-2026 10:39 via foxsports.com.au
  
  South Sydney winger Tyrone Munro has fronted a Sydney court to fight allegations of domestic violence, but will have to wait until next year for his next hearing.
  
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• ‘We gave him a nudge’: How Socceroo put prime minister on the spot over funding

  23-06-2026 10:00 via theage.com.au
  
  Riding high from a win over Turkey, Socceroo Jason Geria was not going to let an opportunity to chat with Anthony Albanese to go to waste.
  
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• Round 16 AFL Team Tips: Pies’ timeline reveal for hurt star; Coleman medallist sidelined

  23-06-2026 09:52 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Collingwood has made a reveal over a star’s timeline, while Alastair Clarkson’s Roos have been dealt a blow.
  
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• Saints young gun facing third big ban in 14 months as heavy bump sends him to Tribunal — LIVE

  23-06-2026 09:43 via foxsports.com.au
  
  St Kilda’s Alix Tauru is facing a third multi-week suspension in barely a year, referred straight to the Tribunal for a heavy bump in the VFL.
  
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• AFL 2026: St Kilda’s Alix Tauru VFL Tribunal hearing for rough conduct bump live updates, latest news, Footscray player Stirling Phipps-Parsons

  23-06-2026 09:43 via foxsports.com.au
  
  St Kilda’s Alix Tauru is facing a third multi-week suspension in barely a year, referred straight to the Tribunal for a heavy bump in the VFL.
  
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• AFL’s most in-demand player says the league is ‘not quite ready’ for NRL-style player movement

  23-06-2026 09:16 via smh.com.au
  
  Zak Butters says the AFL isn’t ready for NRL-style honesty about player movement as he weighs offers to become his code’s richest footballer.
  
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• AFL tips Round 16 2026 | Fox Footy tipping for Round 16, expert tips and predictions, leaderboard, who to tip, final verdict

  23-06-2026 09:10 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Need a hand with your AFL tips for this weekend?
  
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• Winners galore emerge following filly’s promising debut

  23-06-2026 09:00 via theage.com.au
  
  Some strong form to emerge out of Pin Up Sheila’s debut win has given her stable encouragement as the filly looks to back it up at on Wednesday.
  
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• Tips and previews for racing at Warwick Farm on Wednesday

  23-06-2026 09:00 via theage.com.au
  
  All the information you need to pick a winner.
  
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• Round 16 AFL Team Tips: Star ruled out after surprise surgery; Coleman medallist sidelined

  23-06-2026 08:58 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Alastair Clarkson has reportedly been dealt an immediate blow in his club’s bold chase for a wildcard position, as a star undergoes surgery.
  
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• A swift Wallabies return could help keep Marky Mark in rugby after NRL exit

  23-06-2026 08:57 via theage.com.au
  
  Mark Nawaqanitawase is switching codes again in a few months, after successful stint in rugby league. And selection on the Wallabies Spring Tour spot could be influential, on several fronts.
  
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