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• Socceroos midfielder 'in absolute bits'

  23-06-2026 08:37 via theage.com.au
  
  Stan Sport's James Dodd reveals Socceroos midfielder Aiden O'Neill "is in absolute bits" as he waits until after the World Cup to have ankle surgery.
  
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• Can try harder: Will the Wallabies embrace the high-risk attack style changing world rugby?

  24-06-2026 08:07 via smh.com.au
  
  The Hurricanes used all-out attack to smash records and rivals on the way to a Super Rugby title. And other major teams around the globe are doing the same.
  
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• Part of me would love to coach NSW. But it would be selfish and wrong

  24-06-2026 08:00 via theage.com.au
  
  Do NSW really want to take a punt on someone who is not just inexperienced, but who has no experience at all as a head coach?
  
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• ‘They are not normal’: The incredible World Cup battle of the superstars

  24-06-2026 07:55 via theage.com.au
  
  FIFA couldn’t have scripted it better in the race to be the leading goalscorer at this year’s World Cup.
  
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• Why the Essendon coaching job is better than advertised

  24-06-2026 07:30 via smh.com.au
  
  Once the fans have new heroes – if and when Sullivan Robey, Jacob Farrow, Nate Caddy, whoever they pick first in the draft, and potentially others become stars – the past will be banished to where it belongs, the past.
  
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• Bears get salary cap concessions in historic first; Manly extend halfback sensation — NRL Daily

  24-06-2026 07:28 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Perth Bears are set to be given financial concessions to lure marquee players to the NRL’s 18th franchise in a stunning first for the competition.
  
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• Expert AFL tips Round 16: Lions’ blockbuster Swans test shapes as toughest pick of weekend

  24-06-2026 07:25 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Need a hand with your AFL tips for this weekend?
  
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• Croatia get campaign back on track

  24-06-2026 07:25 via theage.com.au
  
  Croatia get their campaign back on track with victory over Panama at the World Cup.
  
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• $1m gamble explained as ‘life-changing’ reality awaits Aussie boxing star — Paro v Crocker LIVE

  24-06-2026 07:22 via foxsports.com.au
  
  No Limit CEO George Rose has backed his decision to gamble more than $1 million on Liam Paro, joking the Queenslander will earn himself “a trillion dollar valuation” once he wins the IBF welterweight title.
  
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• When do the Socceroos play Paraguay and what time is the game?

  24-06-2026 06:49 via abc.net.au
  
  The Socceroos have one more match in the group stage as they look to make it to the knockout stages of the World Cup. Here's everything you need to know.
  
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• Socceroos should make 'harsh' call for final group game, Schwarzer says

  24-06-2026 06:44 via abc.net.au
  
  As the Socceroos prepare to face Paraguay in their final FIFA World Cup group game, Aussie great Mark Schwarzer says now is the time to bring captain Mat Ryan back into the team.
  
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• ‘Crossed the line’: Merrett hits back at ‘obsessive’ critics, reveals ‘dark moments’ amid trade chatter — AFL Daily

  24-06-2026 06:26 via foxsports.com.au
  Six-time Bombers best and fairest winner Zach Merrett has opened up on deadling with the relentless reporting around his future.
  
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• Stoppage time ‘insanity’ as keeper pulls off stunning escape; Ronaldo reaction to Messi says it all — Wrap

  24-06-2026 06:16 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Colombia finally broke down a stubborn DR Congo side on Tuesday to secure a 1-0 win that guaranteed their place in the World Cup knockout rounds.
  
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• ‘There have been dark moments’: Merrett opens up on emotional year

  24-06-2026 05:55 via theage.com.au
  
  Merrett again raised questions about his tenure at the Bombers, and gave his thoughts on potential coaching candidates Dean Solomon and James Hird.
  
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• Six trades as tense NBA Draft moment caught on TV, Giddey gets ‘perfect’ teammate

  24-06-2026 05:42 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels have new teammates, the Golden State Warriors powerbrokers may have questions to answer and new faces of franchises have been crowned.
  
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• ‘Max wasn’t happy...’ Shocking reveal about ‘crazy’ sacrifice that ended Liam Lawson at Red Bull

  24-06-2026 05:31 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Ferrari will bring its first engine upgrade to this weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix under the sport’s contentious concession rules, according to Italian media reports.
  
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• Bronson Xerri hits open market early as rivals push for pre-June 30 move

  24-06-2026 05:02 via smh.com.au
  
  The Bulldogs centre is eyeing an early exit from Belmore after a drama-charged season.
  
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• Squash star ignores critics after joining Australia

  24-06-2026 04:48 via abc.net.au
  
  Scotland's number one squash player Greg Lobban has conformed he will switch to Australia ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games, but acknowledged the decision was not easy.
  
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• Scottish squash star's brave call to switch from blue to Green and Gold

  24-06-2026 04:48 via abc.net.au
  
  Scotland's number one squash player Greg Lobban has conformed he will switch to Australia ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games, but acknowledged the decision was not easy.
  
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• NRL to introduce Bears salary cap concessions in historic first for comp

  24-06-2026 04:31 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Perth Bears are set to be given financial concessions to lure marquee players to the NRL’s 18th franchise in a stunning first for the competition.
  
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• Door opens for Aussie shake-up as veteran ruled out of WC clash — Socceroos Daily

  24-06-2026 04:27 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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• The infamous John Bourke incident from 1985

  24-06-2026 04:21 via theage.com.au
  
  In one of the most notorious incidents in footy history, Collingwood's John Bourke pushed and kicked an umpire in a reserves match in 1985 against Sydney. Mark McKeon was the runner sent to take him off the field that day.
  
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• Quick hits: Trump's special job and commentator banned for outburst

  24-06-2026 04:19 via abc.net.au
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo makes a bit of World Cup history as Gianni Infantino offers an update on the future of the hydration breaks and Donald Trump is given role at this year's final. Here are today's quick hits.
  
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• Quick hits: Ronaldo's records and Trump's special World Cup job

  24-06-2026 04:19 via abc.net.au
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo makes a bit of World Cup history as Gianni Infantino offers an update on the future of the hydration breaks and Donald Trump is given role at this year's final. Here are today's quick hits.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Colombia on the attack against DR Congo; England frustrated after Ghana draw; Ronaldo makes history

  24-06-2026 04:18 via theage.com.au
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first man to score in six World Cups as Portugal win 5-0 over Uzbekistan. Follow all the action.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 as it happened: Ronaldo makes history before England frustrated after Ghana draw; Colombia defeat DR Congo 1-0; Croatia beat Panama 1-0

  24-06-2026 04:18 via theage.com.au
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first man to score in six World Cups as Portugal win 5-0 over Uzbekistan. Follow all the action.
  
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• Why 92.05 per cent is still not enough for the Socceroos

  24-06-2026 04:17 via theage.com.au
  
  Statistically, it would require an unprecedented series of disasters for Australia to miss the World Cup’s knockout stages from here.
  
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• Why 90.86 per cent is still not enough for the Socceroos

  24-06-2026 04:17 via theage.com.au
  
  Statistically, it would require an unprecedented series of disasters for Australia to miss the World Cup’s knockout stages from here.
  
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• Socceroos are almost certain to make the World Cup knockout stage. That’s not enough for them

  24-06-2026 04:17 via smh.com.au
  
  Statistically, it would require an unprecedented series of disasters for Australia to miss the World Cup’s final 32. But the Socceroos are leaving nothing to chance.
  
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• Thaiday backs Broncos' Hunt extension

  24-06-2026 04:16 via theage.com.au
  
  Broncos legend Sam Thaiday backs Brisbane's decision to give veteran playmaker Ben Hunt a one-year contract extension.
  
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