Australia held on to a narrow first-half lead to pick up a crucial victory over Tunisia that keeps alive their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup last 16. Knowing defeat would mean an early exit from the competition, Graham Arnold’s side came out of the blocks full of energy and intent.
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Defending champions France delivered a powerful statement of intent by outclassing Australia as Olivier Giroud equalled Thierry Henry’s all-time scoring record for the national team. Craig Goodwin gave the Socceroos a shock early lead but Les Bleus turned on the style to remind everyone why they are the current title holders.
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The 2022 World Cup in Qatar is almost here and Group D features the defending champions. It also features one of the last teams to qualify for the tournament, a European dark horse and a North African side looking to make history. Here’s your guide to Group D.
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Shane Warne, the greatest leg-spinner in the history of cricket and an Australian icon who transcended the sport, has died of a suspected heart attack at the age of 52 on holiday in Thailand. The news was confirmed by Warne’s management company today.
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Novak Djokovic has lost his judicial review against the cancellation of his Australian visa and is set to be deported from the country. The verdict from Chief Justice James Allsop came following a unanimous decision from the three judges hearing the case at the Federal Court on Sunday.
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