Wales v South Africa: Autumn Nations Series rugby union – live

Gianni Infantino, the FIFA president, is facing scrutiny for his close relationship with US President Donald Trump, despite claiming that football is not political. Infantino's early political ambitions began at the age of 18 when he won a local election at FC Brig-Glis, leveraging his enthusiasm and connections to succeed against older rivals.

Wales suffered a historic defeat against South Africa, losing 0-73 in Cardiff, marking the first time since 1967 that they failed to score at home. The Springboks scored 11 tries, although South African player Eben Etzebeth was sent off for an eye gouge during the match.

Sunderland secured a dramatic comeback victory against Bournemouth, with Brobbey scoring the decisive goal, reinforcing the team's resilience and commitment to their motto 'Til The End'. This win highlights Sunderland's ability to perform under pressure, a trait that has been pivotal in their recent successes.

India's recent Test series defeat to South Africa has left fans disheartened and raised serious questions about the state of Indian cricket, marking a significant decline in its once-esteemed reputation. The series concluded with South Africa sweeping India 2-0, with a particularly crushing 408-run victory in Guwahati, where Simon Harmer's exceptional bowling performance was pivotal.

Premier League clubs are facing increased wage bills due to a government budget announcement that will tax image rights payments at 45% starting April 2027, significantly impacting players' tax liabilities. Some players already have clauses that make clubs responsible for these increased costs, potentially leading to higher wage demands.

The UK has officially submitted a bid to host the 2035 Women’s World Cup, featuring 15 cities and 22 stadiums, with a final selection expected to narrow down to between 14 and 16 venues. The Football Association (FA) highlighted that 63 million people live within two hours of the proposed venues. Ellen White, England's record goalscorer, expressed her excitement about the bid, likening it to her experience at the 2012 Olympics with Team GB.