The silver lining in Matildas’ sad exit
Despite the Matildas’ heartbreaking loss against the USA in the bronze medal playoff, there is a major silver lining for coach Tony Gustavsson’s troops.
Olympics 2016
Star’s secret message in podium protest
An American star has revealed the meaning behind the “symbol of solidarity” he displayed during a podium protest at the Olympics.
Aussies take charge of Olympics final
There will be an Aussie flavour to Saturday’s Tokyo Olympics men’s football final between Spain and Brazil.
Moment that sent Kerr to the top
The Matilda’s might be leaving Tokyo empty-handed after being dealt a football lesson by the USA, but their captain Sam Kerr has achieved something remarkable.
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Key man Delly will be ready for Tokyo
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‘It’s their time’ to take down the mighty USA
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Cambage expected in Tokyo despite boycott threat
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Cambage boycott threat ‘inappropriate’
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Delly given ‘every chance’ for Tokyo
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Beach volleyball stars score huge pre-Games boost
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