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Penalty agony for Newcastle as Sydney FC books place in ALM grand final
Eli Adams’s 96th-minute equaliser proves to be in vain as Sydney FC downs Newcastle on penalties to progress to the A-League Men season decider. Source link
Kohli to play 2027 World Cup only if he can add value
Virat Kohli says if he plays in the 2027 ICC World Cup he will compete for “every ball like it’s the last ball” – but vows if he can’t add value to India’s team he will not be there. Source link
Scottish ref under police protection as Celtic penalty sparks threats
Scottish FA condemns “vigilantism” after a referee’s personal details are leaked online following a highly controversial penalty in the Scottish Premier League. Source link
Rugs on racehorses not acceptable shelter in sweeping welfare changes
Adequate shelters with a minimum floor size and at least one fixed wall to protect horses from wind and rain are new enforceable requirements for those keeping racing horses in Tasmania, as the state makes sweeping changes to animal welfare standards. Source link
'Cricket is a funny game': Cruel dismissal denies Marsh IPL century
Mitch Marsh receives a nightmare slice of luck after a stunning innings put him on course for the triple figures. Source link
Aussies climb into podium contention as Vingegaard claims win
Jonas Vingegaard stamped his authority on the Giro d’Italia, but three Aussies are in the top 10 overall and all remain in consideration for the podium. Source link
Sick of the AFL and all its changes? The SANFL is quietly kicking goals
SANFL crowds are continuing to climb each year after COVID-19 restrictions put a dent in numbers, but its broadcast reach is winning ratings, and streaming has reached new heights. Source link
How a Wallabies winger uses art to connect with his culture
While Dylan Pietsch is a star on the rugby field for the Wallabies and Western Force, he turns to his love of painting to express himself and be creative. Source link
Auckland cruises past Adelaide to reach maiden ALM grand final
Auckland becomes the first team from New Zealand to qualify for an A-League Men’s season decider after making light work of Adelaide at Hindmarsh Stadium. Source link
Live: Swans set for Magpies challenge while Suns tackle Power
The ladder-leading Swans are at home to the Magpies while the Suns tackle the Power up north in a Friday night AFL double-header. Follow live. Source link