The questions Tandy faces for his first Wales squad

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Steve Tandy, coach of New Wales, will announce his first team for the autumn internationals on Tuesday.

Before Tandy makes his selections for the four November games against Argentina, Japan, New Zealand, and South Arica, the announcement will be made at 13:00 BST.

Matt Sherratt, Danny Wilson, Dan Lydiate, Duncan Jones, and Rhys Patchell have been named as assistants under the former Ospreys boss’ new coaching structure.

Tandy’s first campaign will be a baptism of fire for the national men’s side, which is ranked 12th in the world and that only defeated Japan in Kobe in a 12-match international losing streak in his first game.

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Who might be chosen to be among the new faces?

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Wales selected six uncapped players for the Japan tour, including Reuben Morgan-Williams and Chris Coleman, the captain of Cardiff, Liam Belcher, and Ospreys duo Keelan Giles and Reuben Morgan-Williams.

Garyn Phillips, a Scarlets back, and Macs Page, an Ospreys prop, are still awaiting their first Test appearances.

Tom Bowen, a teenager from Cardiff, has scored five tries in four games, including a hat-trick against Munster this season, making his debut in the Welsh domestic competition.

Morgan Morse, a backrower for the Ospreys, did not make the senior squad or the Under-20s in the summer, but he has done so consistently this year.

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Will Louis Rees-Zammit be chosen?

Louis Rees-Zammit in action for Wales looks determined with the ball under his armPicture agency Huw Evans

Making wing Louis Rees-Zammit a part of the attraction, the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) are attempting to overcome the slow ticket sales.

When he made the announcement to switch sports for American football and try to join the NFL on the eve of the 2024 Six Nations, the Wales, British, and Irish Lions wing shocked rugby.

Rees-Zammit did not participate in any competitive NFL games despite having deals with the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Kansas City Chiefs.

The 24-year-old is back in rugby having signed a season-long deal with Bristol Bears after realizing his American dream was never going to materialize after 18 months of testing.

Rees-Zammit made a Gallagher Prem try-scoring return, but earlier this month he injured his foot against Saracens.

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Who might be called back as players?

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A number of capped players who didn’t make the summer tour will be hoping to make it back.

After returning from France with Brive, Ross Moriarty might be a strong candidate for inclusion. The blind-side flanker, or number eight, lost favor with Gatland after winning his final 54 caps in March 2022.

After recovering from injury issues, his Ospreys team-mate Rhys Davies has successfully started the season.

Will Rowlands has featured for Racing 92 while Adam Beard has been doing well with his new club in France, Montpellier.

Callum Sheedy, the fly-half for Cardiff, has recorded an impressive season with a number of assists, and team-mate Jacob Beetham has shown his versatility by starting the season at full-back, center, and wing.

Both center Nick Tompkins and Gloucester midfielder Max Llewellyn have made notable contributions to the club.

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Who is unavailable?

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Due to dislocating his foot against Connacht, which could cause him to miss the rest of the season, Cardiff lock Teddy Williams is one of the major autumn absentees.

Due to injuries, James Botham and Mason Grady, two other Cardiff players, are also sidelined.

Josh Macleod, the Scarlets’ captain, and Christ Tshiunza, the team’s flanker, will both likely miss the November games due to injuries, while Eddie James and Ryan Elias, the team’s hooker, are expected to miss the majority of the action for the month of November.

Tandy also has a number of niggling injury concerns, in addition to Jac Morgan and Rees-Zammit’s concerns regarding their fitness.

Elliot Dee, a dragons hooker, hasn’t featured this season, while Giles and Keiran Williams, who have both had promising seasons, have both made late withdrawals, prior to the 42-17 defeat at Glasgow in Bridgend.

Kieran Hardy, the scrum half for the Ospreys, already received a rib injury that had already prevented him from playing against Zebre.

Rhys Carre, who has 20 caps, is fit and has a strong start to the season with Saracens, but is currently ineligible under the WRU selection rules because he has only 20 caps, five short of what is needed for those who play for clubs outside of Wales.

Therefore, Wales would need to change his rule or close the loop to allow his return.

The captain will be who?

Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan stand together in the white jerseys of WalesPicture agency Huw Evans

The main captaincy contenders are Exeter skipper Dafydd Jenkins, who has led his country in recent years, and Ospreys duo Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake once more.

Flanker Morgan led Wales at the Six Nations, where they finished third once more, but he was unable to lead the team in Japan while he was away supporting the Australian and British Lions in their series victory.

Hooker Lake, who had previously led the side in Australia in 2024, led Wales in their 1-1 summer series draw in their absence.

Wales plays when and who?

*All games take place at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.

Sunday, 9 November – Argentina (15: 10 GMT)

Saturday, 15 November – Japan (17: 40 GMT)

Saturday, 22 November – New Zealand (15: 10 GMT)

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Who can enforce the Gaza ceasefire deal?

Difficulty number of Palestinians have been killed as a result of Israel’s violation of the Gaza ceasefire.

More than 40 Palestinians were killed in a series of airstrikes on Sunday, prompting Israel to reaffirm its commitment to the Gaza ceasefire.

It claimed that Hamas’ fighters carried out an attack that resulted in the deaths of two Israeli soldiers.

Hamas denies violating the ceasefire.

Palestinians were re-enforced by the violence that Israel is willing to suspend peace and unleash its firepower whenever necessary.

Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Presidential Advisor Jared Kushner have been to Israel in the US, where the US insists the truce will continue.

However, the renewed assault has raised questions about whether the ceasefire will advance to its second phase, which is intended to see Hamas disarm and Israel leave Gaza.

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Christine McGuinness and Ekin-Su risk ITV’s wrath as they confirm I’m A Celebrity stint

I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! was a rumored incident where Christina McGuinness addressed her. and joked that she would return to the hotel “within a day.”

Christine McGuinness all but confirmed she will be heading Down Under to take part in I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! 2025 during an exclusive chat with the Mirror at this year’s Pride Of Britain Awards.

When asked if she would be entering the jungle, the former model and her close friend Will Njobvu laughed as they walked out on the red carpet. “I don’t want to spill the tea, but…” began with Will, as Christine was then questioned about what was happening the rest of the year. “I’m A Celeb”! Will laughed as Christine made up jokes that if she said anything, she would face punishment.

“I’m terrified of everything, including snakes, spiders, and everything in between.” Christine gushed about how she would cope in the infamous jungle and said, “I couldn’t eat anything. I’m not eating any cockroaches.”

She continued: “I probably wouldn’t bring a lot, I think I’d be back in the hotel in about a day! But I also wouldn’t want to say ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!” because I wouldn’t want to call myself a celebrity!”

Elsewhere at the star-studded event, former Love Island star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu teased she would be joining Christine in the I’m A Celebrity jungle later this year.

She continued, “I think I’m a celeb is definitely something I’ve been practicing for. I spotted a large spider in my closet and wore it like an Australian huntsman, and I vowed to God because I never knew I might need it for the show. She continued, “I will put on a brave face if I see someone cute on the show.”

It comes as ITV’s hit show I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! is returning, and several stars are already rumoured to be taking part. The show, which started in 2002, has been running for 24 series.

Vogue Williams is also said to be close to signing up for this year’s show. If she did, she would be the second in her family to do so, as husband, Made in Chelsea star Spencer Matthews camped under the stars on the ITV show a decade ago.

I’m A Celebrity… South Africa, the all-star version of the ITV reality show, is to return for a second series in 2026. The show, which sees memorable cast members from previous editions of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! return to face new challenges in the South African wilderness, will see Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly return to host and air on ITV1, STV and ITVX.

Its debut series in 2023 was won by former Hear’Say member Myleene Klass, and saw contestants including Happy Mondays frontman Shaun Ryder, ex-England cricketer Phil Tufnell, former Countdown co-host Carol Vorderman, and ex-Olympian Fatima Whitbread return to the show.

In a new aspect of the show, the audience will be able to choose the show’s live grand final broadcast from the UK in 2026.

We can’t wait to return for more trials, challenges, and surprises amongst the stunning South African landscape, according to McPartlin. “The campmates really brought their A-game to the first series.

We’ve heard that some of the new trials are truly epic, even by I’m A Celeb standards, and having a live final is an exciting addition to the new series.

The show’s exact air date has not yet been announced.

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Man Utd want Sporting’s Hjulmand – Tuesday’s gossip

Both Manchester United and Sporting’s Morten Hjulmand are interested in bolstering their midfield, while two Spanish giants want Marc Guehi.

Manchester United’s top target is 26-year-old Morten Hjulmand, and the Premier League club is hoping to sign the Danish international for around £50 million. (Teamtalk)

The owners of Fulham have informed head coach Marco Silva of their desire to renew his contract, which has a release clause of around £15 million. (The Athletic is required to subscribe)

England defender Marc Guehi, 25, who won’t stay with Crystal Palace after the end of the season, is closely monitored by Barcelona and Real Madrid. (Fichajes – Spanish)

Samu Omorodion, 21, a Spanish striker, is one of Tottenham’s transfer targets. (TBR Football)

Jurrien Timber, 24, and Arsenal are currently in direct contact as they work toward a resolution to renew their contract, with both teams looking to make progress. (GiveMeSport)

Vitalii Mykolenko, 26, a full-back for Everton, is attracting interest from Spanish and Italian clubs. (Footmercato – in French)

Premier League clubs Chelsea, Aston Villa, Brighton, and Brentford have all been watching Strasbourg full-back Guela Doue, 23, despite the French side’s objections to paying a transfer fee over £26 million for the Ivory Coast defender. (Caught Offside)

Issouf Sissokho, 23, a Malian midfielder from Maccabi Tel Aviv, is a subject of Leeds‘ interest in January. (French: Africanfoot)

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Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu says ‘I’m single’ and ‘practising’ for I’m A Celebrity stint

After splitting with Curtis Pritchard, Ekin-Su Cülcülolu reveals she is “practicing” for I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! She also details her relationship with Curtis Pritchard.

Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu has revealed new details on her dating life following her split from her Love Island All Stars boyfriend, Curtis Pritchard earlier this year.

The reality star said she is ‘single, ready to mingle’ as she also reveals she is ‘practicing’ for I’m A Celeb. The Mirror caught up with Ekin-Su at the Pride Of Britain awards where she said: “I’m single, ready to mingle. I’ve been on dates and dating around and I am enjoying it now, whereas before I would be a bit paranoid.

If I meet him on the dating app or if I meet him on the street, I’m just like that, “I don’t really care,” I’m like that. I’m ready for it.

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31-year-old Love Island icon first stepped foot into the spotlight when she won Love Island in 2022 alongside her ex-boyfriend Davide Sanclimenti. After the relationship ended, Ekin-Su tried to find love again on Love Island All Stars and walked away with professional dancer Curtis.

In May, the pair called it quits, and Ekin had previously stated in The Mirror, “We are]friends. We are . We continue to speak, and I have nothing but lovely things to say about him.

Ekin-Su described the evening as “magical” and said she loves the Pride of Britain because “it’s all about the amazing things people do in our country.”

She also disclosed that she is “practicing” for “I’m a Celeb.” She continued, “I think I’ve been practicing for years that I’m a celeb.”

I was frightened of the enormous spider because, you never know, I might need it on the show, and it was like an Australian huntsman in my closet. I swear to god, I was scared. She continued, “I will put on a brave face if I see someone cute on the show.”

It comes as ITV’s hit show I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! is returning, and several stars are already rumoured to be taking part. The show, which started in 2002, has been running for 24 series.

Reality star Christine McGuinness has sparked rumours that she could be appearing after nervously swerving the subject on Will Njobvu’s Tea Time podcast.

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Vogue Williams is also said to be close to signing up for this year’s show. If she did, she would be the second in her family to do so, as husband Spencer Matthews was on I’m A Celeb a decade ago.

Helen Flanagan’s heartbreak as ‘rubbish’ co-parenting ruins Christmas plans

Helen Flanagan, a Coronation Street star, and ex-boyfriend Scott Sinclair have spoken candidly about their “rubbish” co-parenting situation during a Pride of Britain event.

Helen Flanagan has taken a fresh swipe at ex Scott Sinclair after their “rubbish” co-parenting situation means she won’t see her children at Christmas.

Talking to the Mirror at the Pride of Britain awards, Helen was asked what her plans were with her children for the festive season. She responded that she didn’t have any. “I have to co-parent, which is really rubbish,” she explained.

“My children’s father lives very north of Manchester, and we can’t co-parent like we can when we live in the same city,” he said. We then proceed in sequence.

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Helen, who will soon be releasing a tell-all book about her life and relationships, said it felt “unnatural” and that she is “not looking forward” to Christmas Day without her children.

I’m not anticipating it,” she said. When a mother is expecting and she doesn’t have children for Christmas, she said, “it’s also really unnatural.” It’s just a day, though.

Helen has chosen to spend the holidays playing panto without her children with her. The Evil Queen of Liverpool is “I! She laughed, “I’ll be very busy with that.”

Helen will be spending the day with her mother, father Paul, brother Tom, and his wife. Tom’s son will also be with her. Helen continued, “At least I have my nephew.” However, I’ll be able to spend New Years with my kids!

From 2009 to 2022, Helen and Scott were dating. They had two daughters and a son when they got married in 2018. The couple, however, decided to leave in October 2022.

A source told The Sun: “Helen has removed her engagement ring and told those close to her that she is no longer with Scott. They hit a rough patch in the summer and after Helen came back from [filming I’m A Celebrity in] South Africa it ended for good. Helen and Scott have committed to co-parenting their kids as a family unit.”

After their relationship had been intermittent for a while, Helen revealed to the Mail Online that she was the one to end it. We were constantly quietly separating before gradually reuniting.

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She also acknowledged that the two still care about one another despite not liking one another. We don’t get along, she told Charlotte Dawson on her podcast. I am aware that Scott cares about me and loves me, even though he wouldn’t admit it.

“But I’m so over it, I can’t ever have a relationship where we’ll always be fighting.” I’m unapologetically argumentless. We as women make every effort possible to help the father of your children, just like I did, succeed. However, I believe that if I were dating someone else, it would be simple because I didn’t have the same level of energy as the father of my children.