NRL

Bulldogs skipper Stephen Crichton has asked NSW Police to not fine supporters celebrating in the street should Canterbury win Sunday's elimination final against Manly.

NSW Blues coach Michael Maguire believes modern-day NRL stars live a life where their daily existence is 'magnified by social media' - and is thankful Instagram wasn't around in his playing days.

The Penrith Panthers have booked their place in yet another preliminary final but it was their choice of jersey on Friday night that raised a fair few eyebrows

The NRL and AFL grand finals are coming up fast, which means both codes will soon be holding their gala best and fairest ceremonies - but there's a big issue for rugby league fans.

Panthers star Jarome Luai hasn't visited the barber since 2021. He's now on his last few weeks with Penrith after signing to play with Wests next year and leave his great mates behind.

NRL star Daniel Conn has revealed his X-rated career move.

The saga over a photo showing Mitchell leaning over a mystery white powder in a Dubbo hotel room has grown another leg as Bunnies CEO Blake Solly won't accept his suspension without a fight.

Terrell May has become a big part of the Roosters' push to win the premiership after an outstanding season - making his take on rugby league even more surprising.

Recently single Braith Anasta was spotted shamelessly flirting with a female fan on social media this week.

Scott Sorensen has fought back tears in an emotional TV interview as his Penrith Panthers begin a finals series they hope will see them lift the premiership trophy for the fourth straight year.

Melbourne Storm CEO Justin Rodski's team are the bookmakers' favourite to win this year's premiership - and he has confirmed the club has a stunning plan for the year's biggest game.

Disgraced footy WAG Arabella Del Busso is getting new breast implants two months after her prison release.

The girlfriend of NRL star Jed Cartwright has recounted on Tik Tok how he dumped her after promising to fly her there and have a baby together. Now his new romance has been laid bare.

NRL legend Darren Lockyer and his wife Loren have just sold their Brisbane home for around $6.5million.

Bulldogs skipper Stephen Crichton has backed the club's leaders to handle a 'not ideal' situation after it was confirmed star winger Josh Addo-Carr won't play the Sea Eagles on Sunday afternoon.

Footy superstar Cameron Munster has become a father for the third time, with his wife Bianca McMahon giving birth to a daughter.

Josh Addo-Carr is reportedly set to be stood down by the Bulldogs ahead of their final with Manly after allegedly returning a positive drug test during a roadside check over the weekend.

Footy star Josh Addo-Carr is reportedly being investigated by NSW police after allegedly failing a roadside drug test over the weekend which showed up a positive result for cocaine.

The NRL have opted for a last-minute change of plans on their finals schedule, moving Canterbury and Manly to Sunday in a bid to avoid a clash with the AFL at Homebush

Penrith Panthers cult hero Brian To'o has yet again raised eyebrows with a cheeky remark surrounding teammate Nathan Cleary and Mary Fowler's romance.

The sexologist, 33, dressed to the nines as she stepped out at the White Horse in Surry Hills to host the first of three immersive meal experiences.

South Sydney Rabbitohs superstar Latrell Mitchell has learned his fate on when he will serve his one-match suspension after the white powder scandal that rocked the club

Close to 50 NRL players are preparing to nervously walk the judiciary tightrope, as a season-long list of minor indiscretions threaten to bite on the eve of the finals.

South Sydney are seeking legal advice on the Latrell Mitchell saga as they renew a push for the superstar fullback to serve his ban in the final round of the NRL season.

A devastated Brandon Smith says there is no bad blood between him and Elliott Whitehead after the hip-drop tackle that ruptured his ACL, ending the Sydney Roosters star's season.

The Grammy-nominated star hung out with Souths players before the season curtain-raiser in Las Vegas earlier this year, and shared his delight in getting the call up for the big game.

Cross-code star Mark Nawaqanitawase will make his NRL debut this Friday for the Sydney Roosters. Just last month the former Wallaby represented Australia in Sevens Rugby at the Paris Olympics.

Former NRL star James Maloney has spoken out about his departure from North Queensland Cowboys after the assistant coach was charged with drink driving.

Former NRL star Jarryd Hayne will fight a lawsuit brought by his rape accuser. It comes after Hayne - who has always maintained his innocence - was cleared of criminal allegations in June.

After 270 games, five clubs and 14 seasons in the NRL, former NSW and Australia representative Aaron Woods has bowed out of rugby league.

Former NRL star James Maloney has been sacked by North Queensland after he was charged with drink driving. It follows an alleged off-field incident involving police.

Nathan Cleary has delighted fans by giving them a glimpse at his love for girlfriend Mary Fowler. 

Judiciary panellists Tony Puletua and Sean Hampstead took less than 10 minutes to unanimously agree Kaufusi's late, high hit on Brisbane halfback Adam Reynolds only carried a low risk of injury.

Cowboys winger Murray Taulagi's heartwarming marriage proposal has been accepted by his long-term partner Claudia Schroder during a romantic weekend getaway.

The Jets' NRL bid team have secured $40 million in funding and are hopeful of entering an expanded NRL competition by 2028, with Wayne Bennett as head coach

Angus Crichton was handed the prestigious honour at a gala dinner at The Star in Sydney on Monday night, capping an incredible turnaround for the Sydney Roosters star.

WARNING - GRAPHIC CONTENT: The Newcastle Knights forward's leg was reminiscent of a 'hot dog bun' after he suffered friendly fire from teammate Dylan Lucasduring the team's win over Souths.

It has not all been smooth sailing for the Queenslander, though, with a string of concussion issues and the devastating loss of his younger brother having a major impact.

Sharks great Paul Gallen believes the Sydney Roosters may have to sacrifice a game to the Rabbitohs this weekend to keep their NRL premiership hopes alive.

Manchester City could not claim the title but Mary Fowler won plenty of hearts in her Australian homecoming as part of the Perth International Football Cup

NSW Police Inspector Amy Scott made a surprise appearance at NRL 's inaugural emergency match when the Sydney Roosters took on the Canberra Raiders at Allianz Stadium on Sunday

The Canberra captain went to the sin bin for laying a hip-drop tackle on Smith during the first half of the Raiders' 14-12 win, which ended with the Roosters hooker on the sidelines.

Mark Ferguson's future at Channel Seven has been decided after months of speculation. 

What started off as beers at a Newtown Jets game has turned into former NRL enforcer James Graham accepting a challenge to take on professional wrestlers at their own game

A leading mentor dubbed the 'Coach Whisperer' who has led some of Australia's biggest sporting brands to glory has washed his hands of the Broncos and denied any involvement in their 2024 failure

Shaun Johnson says he entered 'the touch-footy zone' before turning on his magic and using his last play in the NRL to lead the Warriors to a 30-28 win over Cronulla

The interaction at Penrith Stadium in Sydney's West on Friday night sparked a debate online.

Braith Anasta has put out a call for single women to date but admits he is much pickier now.

South Sydney Rabbitohs announced that Fernando passed away on Wednesday, leaving their 19-year-old star and his family devastated.

Sea Eagles coach Anthony Seibold has hit back at claims the club encouraged Tom Trbojevic to sacrifice a large chunk of his salary as a way to pay them back for the games he's missed.

The South Sydney Rabbitohs have issued troubled star Latrell Mitchell a whopping $100,000 fine following the white substance photo scandal - but a large portion is suspended.

NRL star Victor Radley looked thrilled to be embracing fatherhood on Tuesday as he visited Bronte Beach in Sydney with his wife Taylah and their newborn son Vinnie.

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has defended his decision to rest 11 players for Thursday's clash with the Cowboys in Townsville, declaring the NRL draw forced his hand.

Former NRL star Jarryd Hayne's legal woes are not over despite successfully appealing his rape convictions, with a civil lawsuit returning before the courts this week in Sydney.

Melbourne Storm rising star Shawn Blore has pleaded not guilty to affray after an alleged incident in the Sydney CBD.

The NRL star, 50, and the Sydney-based yoga instructor were spotted out enjoying a romantic lunch together in Bronte on Tuesday.

Former football star Daniel Conn has shared touching photos of his newborn Chilli Raine after recently welcoming the baby girl with his partner Mich.

Jared Waerea-Hargreaves is facing the prospect of not playing again until late in the NRL finals after being handed a minimum three-match ban for a high tackle

Notorious footy bad boy John Hopoate has reportedly been banned for life from functions at Wests Tigers after abusing a senior official at a function last week.

The mother of Brisbane Broncos star Payne Haas has been hit with two lawsuits from the family of one of the people killed in a car accident involving a vehicle she was driving in 2022.

Phoebe Burgess has opened up about her split with ex-husband Sam Burgess.

One state is set to be smashed by an intense heatwave with the mercury climbing as high as 14C above average.

Cronulla Sharks chairman Steve Mace (pictured) was taking his son Cooper to a junior footy match on Sunday morning when they suddenly found themselves at the centre of the horrific scenes.

Code-hopping superstar Folau has been a constant source of headlines during his long career - and now he has come clean about two of the lowest periods of his sporting life.

The Parramatta Eels have said sorry to Channel Nine viewers after they failed to meet one of their most important obligations as they hosted the Newcastle Knights on Saturday.

The former Penrith Panthers NRL star is due to face a Sydney court on Sunday after he was arrested in the city's far west. May, 23, was sacked by the club in July, months after signing an extension.

The long-term partner of rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns has revealed how she turned to drugs to beat a debilitating eating disorder and become a better parent.

A footy tug-of-war is brewing over Zach Fittler, the son of NRL legend Brad Fittler - and rugby union has made the first move. The teenager has caught the eye in both codes in recent years.

Allianz Stadium officials are adamant the ground will be fit to cope with any heavy rainfall during the NRL's finals, as investigations continue into the venue's drainage

Mal Meninga has effectively ruled out picking Latrell Mitchell for the end-of-year Pacific Championships, as South Sydney fight to avoid any NRL ban going into next season

Shock split follows an ugly incident that saw the NRL legend plead guilty to domestic violence-related common assault and resisting arrest charges earlier this year.

The 21-year-old returned home after the Matildas' disappointing Paris Olympics campaign , which saw them fail to progress past the pool stage.

The South Sydney Rabbitohs footy star and his model wife took their brand-new arrival with them during an outing on Wednesday after Tom's brother Sam stunned NRL fans.

Coote waited 43 years to finally win recognition as an Immortal after a glittering career that saw him win six premierships - but back in 1970 he made a move that left footy fans absolutely furious.

Another Channel Seven star has announced his departure from the Brisbane newsroom amid the network's recent staffing carnage.

The Sharks put together an insane run of 16 consecutive wins, including their grand final victory over Melbourne Storm, to end their premiership hoodoo in style.

Some of Australia's greatest rugby league legends gathered for the NRL's Hall of Fame Awards on Wednesday.

The Queensland great, 64, was in attendance as Ron Coote joined him as an Immortal after the South Sydney Rabbitohs legend saw his status elevated at the SCG.

Coote was officially revealed as the latest Immortal at a gala dinner at the SCG on Wednesday, rewarding him for a career that dominated the 1960s and 1970s.