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• ‘There’s no way’: Vanishing act that must be explained; issue with final Popa shock — Talking Points

  04-07-2026 01:26 via foxsports.com.au
  
  As the Socceroos bowed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the most painful way possible, there’s an undeniable feeling gripping Australia.
  
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• AFL LIVE: Dominant Dees in command in Tassie as Hawks star suffers nasty wound

  04-07-2026 05:52 via smh.com.au
  
  The Hawks and Demons open a bumper day of AFL action with their clash in Launceston. Follow along for AFL Saturday live coverage, news and reactions.
  
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• Socceroos v Egypt as it happened: Colombia beat Ghana 1-0; Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time; Australia knocked out of World Cup by Egypt after penalties

  04-07-2026 05:46 via smh.com.au
  
  Colombia, Egypt and Argentina have booked their spots in the round of 16 after eliminating Ghana, Australia and Cape Verde on Saturday morning.
  
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• ‘I found out when you guys did’: Ryan and Beach didn’t know goalkeeper switch was coming

  04-07-2026 05:41 via theage.com.au
  
  Andrew Redmayne’s memorable penalty shoot-out cameo in the 2022 World Cup play-off was planned well in advance. This time, Australia’s goalkeepers were kept in the dark until the last moment.
  
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• AFL LIVE: Dees strike early as Mraz, Hill make debuts for Hawks

  04-07-2026 05:27 via theage.com.au
  
  The Hawks and Demons open a bumper day of AFL action with their clash in Launceston. Follow along for AFL Saturday live coverage, news and reactions.
  
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• ‘Nowhere near good enough’: Grella’s final parting shot to Aussies after World Cup exit

  04-07-2026 05:12 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Mike Grella has delivered a parting shot to the Socceroos following the team’s World Cup exit, declaring the Australians are “nowhere near good enough” to compete with top-tier nations.
  
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• Live: Hawks look for revenge against Dees as Giants host ladder-leaders Freo

  04-07-2026 05:00 via abc.net.au
  
  Hawthorn hosts Melbourne in Tasmania as the GWS Giants take on a red-hot Fremantle side in Canberra. Follow live. 
  
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• AFL LIVE: Hawthorn and Melbourne go head-to-head in Tasmania as round 17 continues

  04-07-2026 04:59 via theage.com.au
  
  The Hawks and Demons open a bumper day of AFL action with their clash in Launceston. Follow along for AFL Saturday live coverage, news and reactions.
  
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• Cody Walker learns fate over ‘selfish’ act that left league greats stunned

  04-07-2026 04:35 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Cody Walker is facing a ban over a “selfish” and “completely unnecessary” brain snap that saw the Rabbitohs five-eighth binned and cost a try in Friday night’s loss to the Penrith Panthers.
  
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• Why the Dolphins couldn’t keep their most prolific player

  04-07-2026 04:32 via smh.com.au
  
  A blossoming metre-eating phenom has forced a favourite son – who hasn’t missed a single Dolphins game since their inception – to find a new home.
  
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• ‘Never seen anything like it’: Reveal over looming Hird pitch; Crows conundrum — AFL Daily

  04-07-2026 04:32 via foxsports.com.au
  
  An Essendon legend has made a reveal over James Hird’s looming pitch for the Essendon job.
  
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• Popovic’s candid admission over huge gamble as Socceroos coach makes stunning ref claim

  04-07-2026 04:20 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has conceded his penalty shootout gamble backfired following Australia’s World Cup exit, also taking aim at the officiating during the Round of 32 clash against Egypt.
  
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• Hawks down stars, nine combined changes as Dees look to cause Tassie stir — LIVE AFL

  04-07-2026 04:12 via foxsports.com.au
  
  An undermanned Hawthorn will have its depth tested on Saturday as it aims to win its third-straight game in a Tassie clash with Melbourne. Live updates below!
  
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• Battered wildcard hopeful needs Giant miracle as flag fancy Freo eyes off rare air — LIVE

  04-07-2026 03:58 via foxsports.com.au
  
  GWS’ wildcard hopes officially hang by a thread on Saturday afternoon, as they face competition heavyweights Fremantle in sunny —but chilly — Canberra conditions.
  
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• ‘Big mistake’: Ex-Socceroos attack Popovic’s gambles as Australia exit World Cup

  04-07-2026 03:53 via smh.com.au
  
  Australia’s gallant World Cup campaign has ended in heartbreak after they suffered a penalty shoot-out defeat against Egypt in Dallas.
  
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• Socceroos v Egypt LIVE updates: Colombia lead Ghana 1-0; Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time; Australia knocked out of World Cup by Egypt after penalties

  04-07-2026 03:31 via smh.com.au
  
  Colombia and Ghana are going head-to-head for a spot in the round of 16, after Australia and Cape Verde were eliminated from the World Cup by Egypt and Argentina earlier this morning. Follow the action.
  
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• Socceroos v Egypt LIVE updates: Colombia and Ghana kick-off in Kansas City; Argentina beat 3-2 Cape Verde in extra time; Australia knocked out of World Cup by Egypt after penalties

  04-07-2026 03:31 via smh.com.au
  
  Cape Verde take Argentina to extra time after the Socceroos are knocked out of the World Cup. Follow the action.
  
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• ‘My friend, you’re the best’: Zlatan’s message to shattered Herrington

  04-07-2026 03:17 via smh.com.au
  
  Everyone was rallying behind the teenage Socceroo after his missed penalty in the shootout against Egypt - including none other than Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
  
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• Bosnich and Slater slam Popovic's failed gamble

  04-07-2026 03:16 via theage.com.au
  
  Mark Bosnich and Robbie Slater have slammed Tony Popovic benching Patrick Beach.
  
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• Meet the hyped teen who could replace Payne Haas... and why Broncos were so desperate to keep him

  04-07-2026 03:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Brisbane Broncos have no shortage of young talent coming through their ranks, but few have generated as much hype and excitement as Tupou Francis.
  
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• Heartbreak for World Cup fairytale story as Messi escape act stuns after goal of the tournament contender

  04-07-2026 02:53 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Lionel Messi’s Argentina beat rank outsiders Cape Verde 3-2 after extra-time in an epic contest to reach the World Cup last 16 on Friday.
  
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• ‘Wonder if you’ll ever get back’: Returning Roosters star lifts lid on ‘hardest part of my career’

  04-07-2026 02:52 via foxsports.com.au
  
  For any athlete, a dreaded ACL tear is a daunting prospect.
  
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• ‘Bit strange’: Russell mystified by another big gap as Hamilton strikes back at home: Talking Points

  04-07-2026 02:52 via foxsports.com.au
  
  “Yesterday they were scaring me,” said a jubilant Lewis Hamilton after stepping out of his Ferrari at the end of sprint qualifying.
  
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• ‘Clearly kicked me’: Walker, Cogger facing time on the sidelines after spiteful clash

  04-07-2026 02:42 via smh.com.au
  
  Jack Cogger and Cody Walker have had their say on the incident that has the league world talking.
  
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• Courageous act that can’t be ignored; breakout star’s huge statement — Socceroos Ratings

  04-07-2026 02:30 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Sometimes in football you don’t get what you deserve, and it feels that way for Australia who produced the finest performance of Tony Popovic’s tenure but exit the World Cup in the Round of 32 after losing to Egypt in Dallas 4-2 on penalties. It had finished 1-1 at the end of regular and extra-time.
  
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• 'I didn't know': Keeper sub gamble a failed shot in the dark

  04-07-2026 02:10 via abc.net.au
  
  Tony Popovic made a bold call to swap out young 'keeper Pat Beach with veteran Mat Ryan for Australia's penalty shoot out defeat to Egypt. It didn't pay off.
  
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• Socceroos captain’s defensive masterclass before shootout heartbreak — Player Ratings

  04-07-2026 02:08 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Sometimes in football you don’t get what you deserve, and it feels that way for Australia who produced the finest performance of Tony Popovic’s tenure but exit the World Cup in the Round of 32 after losing to Egypt in Dallas 4-2 on penalties. It had finished 1-1 at the end of regular and extra-time.
  
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• BREAKING: Cody Walker learns fate over ‘selfish’ act that left league greats stunned

  04-07-2026 02:05 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Cody Walker is facing a ban over a “selfish” and “completely unnecessary” brain snap that saw the Rabbitohs five-eighth binned and cost a try in Friday night’s loss to the Penrith Panthers.
  
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• Socceroos star’s shock reveal over Tony Popovic bombshell as image exposes masterstroke that sunk Aussies

  04-07-2026 01:50 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Socceroos coach Tony Popovic made one of his biggest gambles of the World Cup during Australia’s Round of 32 clash against Egypt, switching goalkeepers moments before the penalty shootout in Arlington.
  
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• 'We're obviously devastated': Socceroos reflect on loss

  04-07-2026 01:47 via theage.com.au
  
  Aziz Behich and Jackson Irvine reflect on the Socceroos loss to Egypt.
  
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