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Benji’s first Tigers game doesn’t matter, and neither does his first year – he should treat this all as a trial

Everyone has to have a first time, right? Benji Marshall’s dugout debut comes this weekend away at Canberra, and if you believe the bookies, it probably won’t start well for the Wests Tigers’ new boss. PlayUp have them $2.75 at time of writing, meaning that… Read More »Benji’s first Tigers game doesn’t matter, and neither does his first year – he should treat this all as a trial

NRL Tipping: The Roar’s Round 2 expert predictions – Nightmare start to year, more upsets on the cards or favourites to win?

Well, NRL tipsters, that was a bloodbath. Anyone who tipped more than 50% of the winners for Round 1 is a genius or a lunatic. Possibly both. After a string of upsets across the board in the split round to start the season, week two… Read More »NRL Tipping: The Roar’s Round 2 expert predictions – Nightmare start to year, more upsets on the cards or favourites to win?

Flourishing in a new league and a new culture: Alexander Popovic’s rise to Asia and perfect start at a new Korean club

The city of Gwangju may not be the largest in South Korea, but its small-town vibe is perfect for any young Australian footballer playing there for the first time. Alexander Popovic is the latest in a long line of Australian defenders experiencing the delights of… Read More »Flourishing in a new league and a new culture: Alexander Popovic’s rise to Asia and perfect start at a new Korean club