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Should I let my kids play footy? How to weigh the benefits with the risk of injury

After recent reports of dozens of former Australian footballers diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy and the death of 27-year-old footballer Nathan Fitzgerald from an on-field brain injury, many parents are wondering whether they should let their kids play footy.

The Conversation

England rugby players won’t wear national shirts in Argentina amid World Cup tension

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The Independent UK

Llanelli rugby jersey from ‘incredible’ 1972 win over All Blacks to be auctioned

Tommy David was part of the Scarlets team that beat New Zealand 9-3 in front of a capacity crowd at Stradey Park.

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Stewart back to give 'Tahs massive boost ahead of semi

Wallaroos' joint all-time leading tryscorer Maya Stewart is back from injury for the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby crunch semi-final against the Western Force.

AAP

PNG Chiefs open talks with Lomax for NRL return

The PNG Chiefs have Zac Lomax in their sights as the Super Rugby winger holds talks over an NRL comeback.

AAP

Veteran pair eye super one-year comeback with Waratahs

Two former Wallabies who helped deliver the Waratahs a Super Rugby premiership more than a decade ago look set to sign for a one-and-done return season in 2027.

AAP

Let gamechangers Jordan, Pollock and Bielle-Biarrey off the leash to grow game

Emerging stars need a leg up from media and marketing teams to ensure they get the public recognition they deserve

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Why is there no rugby culture in Germany?

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The Guardian - UK

Human highlights reel open to rugby league exit party

Mark Nawaqanitawase is still open to featuring in this year's Rugby League World Cup, despite agreeing to switch codes at the end of the season.

AAP

Wallabies’ pop-gun revival under Joe Schmidt blown apart as France unload heavy artillery

Plucky defeats decorated with patches of excellence will not cut it for Australia with a home World Cup now looming large

The Guardian - AU

Home ain’t what it used to be as far-flung Fiji are forced to ‘suck up’ the bottom line

The Nations Championship is a very 21st century sort of sports tournament, which is why the Pacific nation are playing on Merseyside not Suva

The Guardian - UK

South Africa v Scotland LIVE: Springboks edge past valiant Scots to win thrilling Nations Championship clash

South Africa 42-28 Scotland: The double reigning world champion Springboks were pushed all the way at Loftus Versfeld but dug deep to come out on top

The Independent UK

Fiji vs England LIVE: Nations Championship latest score, match stream, rugby updates

New competition continues at the Hill Dickinson Stadium

Evening Standard

'Good luck and ganbatte': Ireland and Japan fans converge on the Hunter for rugby clash

Ahead of kick off, supporters from Ireland and Japan were in high spirits at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday night. Did we see you there?

Newcastle Herald

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France roar back with 30 straight points to beat Australia in Nations Championship

Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang scored two tries and Romain Ntamack orchestrated a big comeback as France rallied from a nine-point half-time deficit to clinch a 42-26 win over Australia on Saturday in the second round of the rugby Nations Championship.

Newcastle Herald

Was this the round that changed the Hunter Rugby premiership race

Greens fall, Blacks survive in weekend of thrillers

The Guardian - AU

Australia 26-42 France: Nations Championship rugby union international – as it happened

France blew away the Wallabies with a blistering second-half display at Suncorp Stadium to extend their winless streak

Evening Standard

How to watch Fiji vs England rugby: TV channel and live stream for Nations Championship today

Steve Borthwick could badly use a win after thrashing by South Africa followed dismal Six Nations showing

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The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: England v Norway, Wimbledon and Alexia Putellas

Have you followed the big stories in football, tennis, rugby union, cricket, cycling, rugby league and swimming?

Evening Standard

Harry’s wheelchair rugby skills impress as Invictus Games countdown begins

It comes amid rumours his wife and children could join him in the UK this week.

AAP

Tonga can dare to dream after rugby league investment

Tonga's Teufaiva Stadium is set to benefit from the Pacific Rugby League Partnership with Australia, with hopes to bring NRL fixtures to the nation.

Evening Standard

Fiji vs England rugby: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream, team news, lineups, h2h results, odds

Steve Borthwick set to award three debuts in must-win Nations Championship clash

AAP

NRL future uncertain, but NSW's Nawaqanitawase buzzing

Mark Nawaqanitawase had extra reason to revel in NSW's State of Origin triumph given a move to rugby union has clouded his future in the 13-man game.

The Conversation

Many elite athletes live with health impacts long after they retire. Should they carry all the costs?

When former All Black Sonny Bill Williams spoke from hospital before his recent neck surgery, his message was not simply about pain. It was a warning to young athletes and their parents about the physical price that can come with a professional sporting career.

AAP

Kiwis 'crying out' for second NRL team: Marshall

One of New Zealand's greatest players has weighed in on where the NRL's forecast 20th team should be, saying the in-form Warriors offer a blueprint.

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