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Gustavsson demands investment as Matildas look forward

The Matildas will turn their focus from the Women's World Cup to qualifying for the Paris Olympics, with coach Tony Gustavsson coy on his future.

Matildas go in unchanged for Sweden World Cup play-off

Captain Sam Kerr will start a second consecutive game as part of an unchanged Matildas line-up for the Women's World Cup third-place play-off against Sweden.

Jack Wighton to miss Canberra’s vital clash against Bulldogs

Canberra will have to try and shore up their NRL finals hopes without star man Jack Wighton, with the five-eighth set to miss the vital clash with Canterbury.

Bombers clash do-or-die for GWS’ finals hopes

Greater Western Sydney are treating their clash with Essendon as an early elimination final as the sides vie for a spot in the AFL's top eight.

Ricky Stuart wants Raiders to relax, grind to finals

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart says effort wasn't a problem in his side's thrashing against Melbourne last weekend as they prepare to take on Canterbury.

‘Scary’ Raiders out to continue strong NRLW form

The fast-starting Raiders are only scratching the surface of their potential, insists coach Darrin Borthwick, as Canberra welcome Parramatta in the NRLW.

Canberra world champ tears up the croquet greens

Now that Matilda mania has subsided a little, it’s time to acknowledge Canberra’s (and Australia’s) new world champion – 23-year-old Jamie Gumbrell, who won the Golf Croquet Women’s World Championship in England earlier this month.

Matildas semi smashes TV viewing records

The Women's World Cup semi-final clash between the Matildas and the Lionesses smashed Australian television viewing records.

Matildas’ Mackenzie Arnold making Women’s World Cup her own

Goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold is high on confidence, in top form and ready to take on England in the Women's World Cup semi-final.

Matildas ready for their biggest stage yet in World Cup semi

The Matildas are ready for the biggest stage of their careers to date when they face England for a place in the Women's World Cup final.

Jarrod Croker explains decision to retire

Canberra's Jarrod Croker says it's time to end his NRL career, admitting his body isn't able to continue with the pressures of training for another year.

Postecoglou, Boomers strapped in for Matildas World Cup ride

Matildas mania has gripped the nation as sporting icons Patty Mills and Ange Postecoglou join those pledging support to Sam Kerr and her teammates.

Canberra Raiders champion Jarrod Croker announces NRL retirement

Canberra champion Jarrod Croker won't play on beyond this season, having failed to trigger a one-year extension on his contract.

‘Embarrassing’ Raiders thrashed by Storm

Melbourne have cruised to a 48-2 win against Canberra at AAMI Park to charge back into the NRL's top four.

Matildas to ponder Sam Kerr start in WWC semi-final

Sam Kerr played 65 minutes plus penalties against France and focus will turn to whether she can start Australia's Women's World Cup semi-final against England.

Matildas’ magic moment forged from history: Gustavsson

Coach Tony Gustavsson has opted not to take a victory lap after taking the Matildas into the Women's World Cup semi-finals.

Super-sub Cortnee Vine delivers iconic Matildas win

Matildas winger Cortnee Vine stepped up to score the winning penalty in Australia's shootout with France that sealed a Women's World Cup semi-final berth.

Matildas into World Cup semis after intense penalty shootout against France

The Matildas have beaten France 7-6 in a history-making penalty shootout to reach the semi-finals of the Women's World Cup for the first time.

Temara’s golden-point field goal secures Raiders win

Canberra have held on for a third straight NRLW win, beating St George Illawarra thanks to a golden-point field goal from five-eighth Zahara Temara.

Raiders must fix errors or be ‘eaten alive’: Stuart

Canberra will get "eaten alive" in their biggest clash of the NRL season so far if they don't tidy up completion-rate woes that have plagued them in recent weeks. Coach Ricky Stuart says...

Raiders overlooked for 2024 NRL Las Vegas games

The NRL has confirmed Brisbane, Manly, South Sydney and the Sydney Roosters will play in Las Vegas during round one next year.

Legends comparison explains Raiders’ Strange decision

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart insists debutant Ethan Strange is ready for NRL football, saying the 18-year-old has similarities with Raiders greats of the past.

Nick Kyrgios pulls out of the US Open with injury

Nick Kyrgios has completed his own miserable 2023 'grand slam', having been forced to pull out of the US Open, the fourth major that he's had to miss in his injury-wrecked season. The...

Matildas’ belief grows as World Cup fever sweeps Australia

Support for the Matildas is sweeping the country as Australia's players continue to believe they can do something special at the Women's World Cup.

Positive talks give hope of ending NRL pay dispute

The RLPA and NRL are confident a resolution to the long-running pay dispute is near.

Canberra star Heyman nearing century of goals

Canberra United goal machine Michelle Heyman is on track to score her 100th A-League goal during the 2023/2024 season that commences in mid-October.

Teenage star Ethan Strange named to make debut for Raiders

Emerging talent Ethan Strange has been named to make his NRL debut for the Canberra Raiders crucial clash against the Melbourne Storm this weekend. The 18-year-old will become Raider #391 and has been...

Matildas daring to dream as ‘scary’ Kerr prospect looms

Australia head into their World Cup quarter-final believing they can beat anyone, with the return of skipper Sam Kerr further strengthening a potent attack.

Matildas beat Denmark to reach Women’s World Cup QF

The Matildas are into the Women's World Cup quarter-finals after beating Denmark 2-0 in front of 75,784 fans at Stadium Australia in Sydney.

Jack Wighton faces contrary conduct charge for ref comment

Canberra's Jack Wighton has been charged with contrary conduct for his comment that referee Peter Gough was trying to help Wests Tigers win.
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