Thanks to an altered form of footy, kids with disabilities are getting the chance to do what so many of their peers take for granted — play sport on a Saturday.

Socceroos coach Bert Van Marwijk has a lot to ponder after his side labours to a 2-1 win over Hungary in their final pre-World Cup friendly.

The three-match series between the Wallabies and Ireland gets off to a cracking start in Brisbane, with Australia edging a tight, enthralling Test 18-9 in the first of three matches.

The three-match series between the Wallabies and Ireland gets off to a cracking start in Brisbane, with Australia edging a tight, enthralling Test 18-9 in the first of three matches.

The three-match series between the Wallabies and Ireland gets off to a cracking start in Brisbane, with Australia edging a tight, enthralling Test 18-9 in the first of three matches.