Blood and tears spilled as Lions newcomer rides emotions of pulsating ‘prelim’

The Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 20, 2026

Brisbane’s boom recruit was ready to concede an incredible preliminary final to Hawthorn. Until a topsy-turvy game flipped on its head for one last time.

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Gareth Ainsworth believes Gillingham have “got something special” after they sent out a statement with a 3-0 win over Bristol Rovers at Priestfield.

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Sep 19, 2026

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For just under three hours on a balmy Melbourne September evening, a mammoth partisan crowd of 97,835 were treated to a game that had absolutely everything.

Newcastle star punishes Hull's error

Sep 19, 2026

Newcastle star punishes Hull's error

Lewis Hall extends the lead for Newcastle after Hull lost possession.

Villa striker schools van de Ven to extend lead

Sep 19, 2026

Villa striker schools van de Ven to extend lead

Nicolas Jackson puts Villa two goals in front at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Buendia sends home long shot

Sep 19, 2026

Buendia sends home long shot

Emiliano Buendia scores a long shot to sink Spurs.

‘Confident’: Walker eyes remarkable return as DCE sets up storybook Dolphins clash

Sep 19, 2026

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Superstar Roosters half Sam Walker is nearing a return from injury, after the Tricolours outmuscled, then outgunned Cronulla 46-10 at Allianz Stadium.

Gould 'worried' but tips Warriors

Sep 19, 2026

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Phil Gould plants a seed of doubt in his tip for the Warriors vs Knights clash.

Bunker's DCE call confuses Gal

Sep 19, 2026

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Matchday Live: Gillingham v Bristol Rovers, Dover v Folkestone, Tonbridge v Ramsgate

Sep 19, 2026

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NRL Highlights: Roosters v Sharks - Finals Week 2

Sep 19, 2026

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