Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus proved a thorn in Crystal Palace’s side once again as the Brazilian forward scored twice in a 5-1 win at Selhurst Park which put his side three points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool.

Nottingham Forest will celebrate Christmas in the Premier League’s top four for the first time in 30 years after they handed Brentford their first home defeat of the season with an impressive 2-0 victory at the Community Stadium.

West Ham United midfielder Mohammed Kudus headed home in the second half to salvage a point in a lacklustre 1-1 Premier League draw with Brighton & Hove Albion.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak bagged a hat-trick as his side thrashed Ipswich Town 4-0 in the Premier League, with two of the goals arriving as early Christmas gifts from the hapless home defence.

Fijian Drua winger Selestino Ravutaumada is set to make a move to French Top 14 club Racing 92 at the conclusion of the Super Rugby season, according to reports from French media outlet L’Équipe.

Lavidi Brothers captain Sefanaia Vuli says the Nataleira 7s tournament pushed his team to their limits, offering a level of competition unlike any other they’ve faced.

Even Travis Head would barely recognise the batter who walked out onto the MCG four years ago against India.

Bayern Munich stamped their authority over the Bundesliga in commanding style by hammering fourth-placed RB Leipzig 5-1 in a game that featured two goals in the opening two minutes for the first time in the league’s history.

R.C. Manubhai Nataleira 7s Games Coordinator, Jone Turaganiqele, believes the future of 7s rugby in Fiji looks promising after witnessing some outstanding talent during the three-day event.

Statistics released by the International Rugby League show Fiji in 7th place in the world rankings.

Chelsea defender Reece James is back in training after recovering from a hamstring injury, though manager Enzo Maresca said they would not rush his return.

The PGA of America named past president Derek Sprague as CEO.