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• NSW can make a dozen changes. But they should rip up their game plan first

  18-06-2026 21:00 via theage.com.au
  
  With a Suncorp decider looming, the Blues now have no choice. It’s time to overhaul an attacking structure that doesn’t work.
  
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• How the rise of the ‘Flagmantle’ Dockers can give hope to other success-starved clubs

  19-06-2026 08:15 via theage.com.au
  
  Dockers coach Justin Longmuir has faced intense scrutiny during his tenure in Perth’s footy fishbowl, criticised for his team’s inconsistency, a conservative game style and an inability to live up to expectations. None are true now.
  
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• There is a seven-way shootout for two Blues spots. This is what the numbers say

  19-06-2026 07:45 via foxsports.com.au
  
  While the NRL action continues on Friday night, all the talk is still about NSW’s stunning collapse against Queensland and what potential changes Laurie Daley could make for this year’s State of Origin decider.
  
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• Illness rules Stengle out of VFL; Roos’ message for key duo after Insta story, Tribunal ban — AFL Daily

  19-06-2026 07:36 via foxsports.com.au
  A Geelong All-Australian forward will be absent from the VFL once more, as he continues his attempt to return to the top level for the first time this year.
  
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• Nathan Cleary was ‘embarrassed’ by his Origin II game. His dad didn’t entirely disagree

  19-06-2026 07:35 via smh.com.au
  
  Panthers coach Ivan Cleary, who will rest his Origin stars on Saturday night, knows his son didn’t have one of his better games for NSW –but backed him to come back better in game three.
  
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• Dolphins confirm big blow; Foran’s Turbo reveal as Panthers make call on Origin stars — Late Mail

  19-06-2026 07:31 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Tigers coach Benji Marshall has revealed the likely return date of injured playmaker Adam Doueihi.
  
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• Salakaia-Loto’s omission casts big shadow over Wallabies squad

  19-06-2026 07:30 via smh.com.au
  
  The giant lock will surely be back in the reckoning when his Reds coach Les Kiss takes over from Joe Schmidt. But how many other selection differences will there be, and how does that help the Wallabies and the players?
  
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• DCE reality check; why win can’t mask ‘shellshocked’ Dogs’ real problem — NRL Talking Points

  19-06-2026 07:25 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Raiders’ season is on thin ice, so an NRL great has urged Ricky Stuart to make positional switch in order to create a much-needed “spark”.
  
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• Stengle absent from VFL once more; North’s message for key duo after Insta story, Tribunal verdict — AFL Daily

  19-06-2026 07:23 via foxsports.com.au
  A Geelong All-Australian forward will be absent from the VFL once more, as he continues his attempt to return to the top level for the first time this year.
  
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• McKinnon: THREE new faces in my NSW team for Game 3... and why Olakau’atu still misses out

  19-06-2026 07:14 via foxsports.com.au
  
  There are two ways a coach can make a real impact on the end result: team selection and the interchange.
  
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• We are a nation of sport obsessives, so why have our kids stopped playing sport?

  19-06-2026 06:53 via theage.com.au
  
  Australia has become a nation of sport watchers not doers. The fact we punch above our weight in sports on the world stage and fill our stadiums regularly has created a self-image at odds with reality.
  
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• ‘S***... you’ll see’: Big Fenech claim that should have Tszyu’s US rival worried — Fighting Words

  19-06-2026 06:41 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Jeff Fenech says Tim Tszyu is now generating the same type of punch power that made his Hall of Fame father, stressing: “People always talk about Kostya’s power … I’m telling you his son has it too”.
  
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• Socceroos believe in themselves and it scares the US

  19-06-2026 06:38 via abc.net.au
  
  When USA coach Mauricio Pochettino was asked about Australia's strengths ahead of the two sides' World Cup meeting in Seattle, he settled on a word — belief.
  
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• North’s message to Simpkin after Insta story; Scott’s sharp response to query on injured star’s recovery — Daily

  19-06-2026 06:29 via foxsports.com.au
  North Melbourne has publicly addressed their decision to not challenge the three-game ban of a gun forward, as well as in-house discussions with Jy Simpkin for a related social media post.
  
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• World Cup quick hits: Why this Rocky statue has Brazilians on edge

  19-06-2026 06:01 via abc.net.au
  
  A horror injury and some fraying tempers sour an historic day for Canada as Brazil fans fear the 'Rocky Curse' in Philadelphia. Here are today's quick hits from the FIFA World Cup.
  
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• Veteran comes out of retirement for Wallabies, uncapped trio named

  19-06-2026 05:39 via abc.net.au
  
  James Slipper comes out of retirement and three uncapped players are named for the Wallabies ahead of the Nations Championship Tests.
  
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• Dolphins confirm big blow; Foran’s Turbo reveal as Knights make Ponga call — Late Mail

  19-06-2026 05:27 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Tigers coach Benji Marshall has revealed the likely return date of injured playmaker Adam Doueihi.
  
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• US coach Mauricio Pochettino’s glowing praise for Poppa, Socceroos — Socceroos Daily

  19-06-2026 05:21 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Coach Tony Popovic has declared the Socceroos’ intentions to “put Australian football on the world map” on the eve of their blockbuster Group D World Cup clash against the USA in Seattle on Saturday morning.
  
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• World Cup rocked by horrific injury as red card drama erupts; co-hosts’ stunning statement — Wrap

  19-06-2026 05:18 via foxsports.com.au
  
  We learned the first qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup knockouts as the second stage of group play began with host nations Canada and Mexico making big statements.
  
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• Daley slammed for ‘letting down’ Blues rookie as ‘sad’ question emerges over axed star

  19-06-2026 05:10 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Sea Eagles coach Kieran Foran is confident edge forward Haumole Olakau’atu can fight his way back into the NSW side for the State of Origin decider after the barnstorming back-rower was a shock omission for game two at the MCG.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 as it happened: Mexico qualifies for round of 32 with 1-0 win over South Korea; Canada thump Qatar 6-0 as Switzerland claims 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina; South Africa, Czechia draw 1-all

  19-06-2026 05:02 via smh.com.au
  
  Mexico became the first nation to qualify for the round of 32 after topping Group A with a 1-0 win against Korea Republic, while Canada won their first World Cup match win with a 6-0 victory over Qatar who went down to nine men after receiving two red cards.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 as it happened: Mexico qualifies for round of 32 with 1-0 win over South Korea after Cda win 6-0 over Qatar; Switzerland claim 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina; South Africa and Czechia draw 1-1

  19-06-2026 05:02 via theage.com.au
  
  Mexico became the first nation to qualify for the round of 32 after topping Group A with a 1-0 win against Korea Republic, while Canada won their first World Cup match win with a 6-0 victory over Qatar who went down to nine men after receiving two red cards.
  
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• Popa and US coach share bromance as tensions simmer before blockbuster — Socceroos Daily

  19-06-2026 05:01 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Socceroos boss Tony Popovic has declared that his team are trying to “put Australian football on the world map” on the eve of their blockbuster Group D World Cup clash against the USA in Seattle on Saturday morning.
  
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• ‘Uneasy’ legend’s retirement backflip confirmed as Wallabies name three rookies for July Tests

  19-06-2026 04:53 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Veteran prop James Slipper has been named in coach Joe Schmidt’s 37-strong Australia squad for the opening three Tests of the Nations Championship, with a trio of potential debutants also included.
  
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• Cyclist breaks jaw in horror crash at Tour de Suisse Femmes

  19-06-2026 04:47 via abc.net.au
  
  Urska Žigart breaks her jaw after a terrifying fall, in a race that saw her rag-dolled across the road.
  
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• Joey tells Blues what needs to change

  19-06-2026 04:43 via smh.com.au
  
  NSW legend Andrew Johns explains what the Blues must do to fix their attack for the State of Origin decider.
  
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• ‘We’re a better team now’: Popovic’s warning to US ahead of Group D showdown

  19-06-2026 04:39 via smh.com.au
  
  The Socceroos have grown as a team since the last time they faced the United States eight months ago - and their coach says they’re ready show the world just how much.
  
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• ‘I take offence’: Chris Scott responds to questions over Stewart’s return from concussion protocols

  19-06-2026 04:15 via foxsports.com.au
  Geelong coach Chris Scott has described the AFL’s concussion return-to-play timeframe as a “furphy” while making clear he wants no involvement in discussions surrounding Tom Stewart’s recovery from a head knock.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Mexico lead South Korea 1-0 after Canada win 6-0 over Qatar; Switzerland claim 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina; South Africa and Czechia draw 1-1

  19-06-2026 04:04 via theage.com.au
  
  Mexico and Korea Republic are going head-to-head in Guadalajara after Canada has claimed their first World Cup match win with a 6-0 victory over Qatar who went down to nine men after receiving two red cards. Follow all the action.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Mexico and South Korea locked 0-0 after Canada win 6-0 over Qatar; Switzerland claim 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina; South Africa and Czechia draw 1-1

  19-06-2026 04:04 via theage.com.au
  
  Mexico and Korea Republic are going head-to-head in Guadalajara after Canada has claimed their first World Cup match win with a 6-0 victory over Qatar who went down to nine men after receiving two red cards. Follow all the action.
  
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