Sport News Update, what you need to know

Sport News Update, what you need to know.

SOCCER - The Australian women's football team have taken a giant stride towards qualification for the 2016 Olympic Games thanks to an impressive 3-1 win over London 2012 silver medallists Japan in Osaka.

RUGBY LEAGUE - Jack Bird's physicality is likely to get him the nod over Ben Barba at fullback for Cronulla, with teams for this weekend's opening round of the NRL to be unveiled on Tuesday.

TENNIS - Australian Davis Cup captain Lleyton Hewitt is confident his decision to partner Sam Groth with debutant John Peers against celebrated American doubles duo Bob and Mike Bryan will pay dividends in this weekend's crucial tie.

SOCCER - The first cracks may be appearing in Leicester City's charge towards the Premier League title with midfielder N'Golo Kante ruled out for at least two games with a hamstring injury.

AFL - Collingwood forward Alex Fasolo could find out on Tuesday whether he faces AFL punishment after cameras appeared to show him urinating into a cup while on the interchange bench in last Friday night's pre-season match.


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