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Tribulations to triumph: Western Springs AFC striker speaks out on turbulent season

'Quitting football altogether was a thought in my mind – which is never a nice thing.'

World Cup newsletter: Australia in all sorts and the disappointing Pacific

OPINION: Aussie mess comes as no surprise and the Pacific has been largely underwhelming.

The flawed system that saw Shaun Johnson miss out on Dally M Medal

Every awards scheme has flaws but the Dally M is more imperfect than most

'Very little racing mentality': Aussie helmsman on why Team NZ signed him

Team New Zealand didn't take long after defending the Auld Mug before planning for 2024.

Gregor Paul: Time for ignored All Blacks to make a statement

OPINION: Being largely ignored in France could work to the All Blacks' advantage.

Dally M winners and losers: Shaun Johnson finishes second

A full list of winners from the Dally M Awards following the NRL season.

Where Super Rugby's changes have hit the ABs the hardest

Booting the South Africans from Super Rugby is hurting the All Blacks, writes Gregor Paul.

Revealed: The billionaire behind surprise late bid for Auckland A-League team

The man owns an English Premier League team and an NHL franchise, among other businesses.

Eddie Jones is a problem but Australian rugby’s real issues are deeper - Will Toogood

OPINION: The Wallabies are attracting the disdain of rugby followers around the world.

Gregor Paul: Ireland have the priceless qualities the All Blacks once had

Ireland seem destined to meet the All Blacks in a World Cup quarterfinal.

Liam Napier: How the Wallabies got it so wrong for the World Cup

OPINION: There are no quick fixes for the Wallabies.

Liam Napier: Why an Ireland quarter-final would be bad for the All Blacks

OPINION: Ireland are the real deal - and a very real looming obstacle for the All Blacks.

Gregor Paul: ABs need balance between competition and unity to win World Cup

OPINION: Training has to feel like the sort of hostile environment that awaits.

Bring back the super-sub: All Blacks should bench Barrett, start Jordan

OPINION: Beauden Barrett remains the ideal player to bring on in the last quarter.

Warriors hit hard by heavy Broncos defeat

The Warriors were significant underdogs in Brisbane but the team had high expectations.

Player ratings: Who starred and who didn't for the Warriors

How the Warriors rated in their 42-12 loss to the Brisbane Broncos.

Shannon Frizell 2.0: How Jason Ryan elevated flanker into All Blacks powerhouse

Frizell has brought a level of intensity, accuracy and commitment to his work.

Football Ferns ready for next challenge post World Cup

'It’s time to give ourselves some grace and to be patient,' captain Ali Riley says