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St Kilda is appealing the nine-match ban given to Lance Collard for uttering a homophobic comment, saying the young forward maintains his innocence. Source link

Former Austria goalkeeper Alexander Manninger, who played for Arsenal and a string of Italian clubs, died on Thursday at the age of 48 after the car he was driving was hit by a train at a crossing near Salzburg. Source link

Organisers of the French Open have promised that their players will enjoy camera-free privacy in a space of their own, following criticism the Australian Open copped from top stars earlier in the year. Source link

The on-field actions of Carlton player Elijah Hollands has raised concern amongst the AFL community, after the Blue was “shattered” following Thursday night’s five-point loss to Collingwood. Source link

The Socceroos will conclude their preparations for the World Cup in North America with a warm-up friendly against Switzerland, the first time they will have faced European opposition since 2023. Source link

The Sea Eagles have smashed North Queensland but the win has come at a heavy cost following a hamstring injury to star fullback Tom Trbojevic.  Source link

Nick Daicos stars in the final quarter to inspire Collingwood to a win as Carlton youngster Talor Byrne misses a kick after the siren to tie the scores. Source link

Port Adelaide’s chief executive has slammed the AFL Tribunal process, labelling it “too legalistic” and “too adversarial”. Source link

The Queensland sports minister has once again emphasised that the Brisbane 2032 Games will be an Olympics for the whole state, saying there are no alternatives planned for the contentious proposed rowing venue in Rockhampton. Source link

The South Australian government has reaffirmed its commitment to a $45 million upgrade of the North Adelaide public golf course to host LIV Golf in 2028, and has “assurances” about the tour’s future. Source link