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Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images Cristian Volpato followed 'something in his heart' to join Socceroos
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For the first time in the five years of Super Rugby Pacific, there will be no Australian involvement in the semifinals. As the competition's format continues to be discussed, Aussie officials can't take the easy way out.
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Disney+ will be the new home of the UEFA Women's Champions League in Australia and New Zealand after signing a long-term agreement for the exclusive multimedia rights.
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