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James has more than 20 years’ experience in the media industry, predominantly in sports. He has held writing and editing roles with AAP, FourFourTwo, The Sydney Morning Herald, AFL Media and Finder and spends too much time watching, playing or discussing sport.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 18: Tony Gustavsson, Head Coach of Australia speaks during an Australia Matildas press conference during the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 at Brisbane Stadium on August 18, 2023 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Aussie hero linked with shock defection

Just as Tony Gustavsson has won over most of his critics during his time with the Matildas, he’s been linked with a rival job.

AFL

Trevor Nisbett and Adam Simpson. Photos: AAP and Getty Images

‘We’re fine’: AFL coach can’t accept reality

The pressure on Adam Simpson is ready to explode, but the under-fire West Coast coach insists he’s “staying the course”.

Tennis

Alex de Minaur and Nick Kyrgios. Photos: Getty Images and News Corp

De Minaur takes down Kyrgios in 17-year first

Australia’s Alex de Minaur is in the form of his life and it has been reflected in the latest rankings released by the ATP Tour.

UPDATEDFootball

Spain's forward #18 Salma Paralluelo celebrates scoring her team's first goal during the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women's World Cup semi-final football match between Spain and Sweden at Eden Park in Auckland on August 15, 2023. (Photo by Marty MELVILLE / AFP)

Wild ending leaves World Cup in disbelief

While Australians go mad about the Matildas, Spain have made it to their first ever World Cup final with a dramatic win over Sweden.

Football

Sweden's forward #18 Fridolina Rolfo (R) is consoled by Spain's forward #08 Mariona Caldentey at the end of the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women's World Cup semi-final football match between Spain and Sweden at Eden Park in Auckland on August 15, 2023. (Photo by Saeed KHAN / AFP)

Heartbreaking World Cup ‘bridesmaid’ image

Spain and Sweden played out a thrilling Women’s World Cup semi-final and it ended in familiar fashion for the Swedes.

Football

Mary Fowler and an Instagram post from PNG

‘So proud’: Matilda floored by overseas post

Australian Mary Fowler has been blown away by the support she has received in the World Cup from a village in Papua New Guinea.

Football

‘Make Piers cry’: Kerr Insta post goes viral

Sam Kerr and the Matildas are already the toast of Australia, but the Aussie skipper added to the fun with an Instagram post that’s blowing up.

Tennis

Giant-killer De Minaur crushed in Toronto final

Alex de Minaur enjoyed one of the best weeks of his career in the Toronto Masters, before suffering a one-sided defeat in the final.

Football

Dan Andrews and Caitlin Foord. Photos: NCA Newswire and AFP

Dan Andrews’ shock Matildas announcement

The Victorian Premier has made an unprecedented move to boost support for the Matildas ahead of their crunch World Cup quarter-final.

Cricket

Paine tells Clarke: ‘It’s actually really clear’

Tim Paine has hit back hard over Michael Clarke’s claims Australian selectors have mishandled Steve Smith’s selection.

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