The New England Patriots are ready for the next round of the NFL playoffs.

A playoff showdown pits the Houston Texans (12-5) against the New England Patriots (14-3) in the AFC Divisional round on Jan. 18 at Gillette Stadium, kicking off at 3 p.m. ET.

After it worked against the Chargers, the Patriots will be running it back and wearing the same uniforms for their clash with the Texans.

Shaun Wane has stepped down from his position as England coach, nine months before the Rugby League World Cup. Former Wigan coach Wane, who succeeded Wayne Bennett in February 2020, was in charge for a home World Cup in 2022. England were knocked out in the semi-finals, losing to Samoa in golden-point extra time.

Tottenham Hotspur has announced the signing of Atlético Madrid and England midfielder Conor Gallagher, with the former Chelsea man signing a long-term contract with the club.

The transfer window is open and here are today's latest developments from Daily Mail Sport's Simon Jones, including the Italian club looking at Crystal Palace hotshot Jean-Philippe Mateta and a Champi...

The 25-year-old has joined Spurs from Atlético Madrid in a deal worth in the region of €40m (£34.7m) and is understood to have signed a contract until the summer of 2031.

The Princess of Wales hosted England's women's rugby union team at Windsor Castle to celebrate their World Cup win in September.