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Dafydd Jenkins has been been praied as “hard-edged” by Exeter Chief coach Rob Baxter as the Wales forward gets ready to make his comeback. Jenkins, who has captained Wales, is poised to make his long-awaited return to the field as Exeter prepare to face Toulouse in the second round of the Investec Champions Cup on Sunday.

The New Saints boss Craig Harrison told his players to be proud of their performance despite suffering defeat to Panathinaikos to leave their hopes of reaching the next round of the Conference League hanging by a thread. Filip Duricic put the Greek giants ahead in the 15th minute, beating the outstanding Connor Roberts at the second attempt, before Fotis Ioannidis sent the TNS goalkeeper the wrong way from the penalty spot just after the hour to settle it in a 2-0 win.

Luke Williams believes Swansea City’s current momentum gives them more chance of attracting quality new recruits in the January transfer window. The Swans host Sunderland on Saturday, hoping to extend their unbeaten run to five matches.

Both Wales and England supported Saudi Arabia’s successful bid which has confirmed them as hosts of the 2034 men’s World Cup. The Middle East nation were the sole bidders for the finals in 10 years’ time, with an online FIFA Congress voting by acclamation in favour of their staging despite the huge controversy surrounding the bid.

Cardiff City manager Omer Riza branded his players’ efforts as “terrible” as his first match in permanent charge ended with a demoralising 2-0 home defeat to Preston North End. Having been confirmed as the man to guide the club at least until the end of the season, Riza was looking for a statement from his side that they could move on from recent uncertainty.

Former Swansea City striker Tammy Abraham scored the goal that earned AC Milan a thrilling 2-1 Champions League win over Red Star Belgrade at the San Siro on Wednesday. Abraham’s strike made it four wins in a row for the Italian side.

Dan James has been described as a “top-class human being” – as well as a pretty decent footballer - by his Leeds United manager Daniel Farke: Wales star James marked his 100th Leeds appearance with a crucial goal as his side beat Middlesbrough 3-1 at Elland Road to regain top spot in the Sky Bet Championship.

Welsh boxing sensation Lauren Price is on a mission to solidify her dominance in the welterweight division and set the stage for a highly anticipated showdown with Natasha Jonas. Price, the reigning WBA welterweight champion, is gearing up to defend her title on December 14 in Liverpool against unbeaten challenger Bexcy Mateus.

Luke Williams showered praise on Jay Fulton after his goal proved decisive in Swansea City’s victory at Plymouth Argyle. Swans head coach Williams watched his team earn their four away victory of the season with a 2-1 win which moved them up to ninth in the Championship, just four points off the play-off places.