Sports Lounge | This week’s sports headlines, 12–18 October 2026
Houston Texans defeated Jacksonville Jaguars 34–31 in a dramatic NFL London game at Wembley Stadium on Sunday 18 October. With the scores level late in the fourth quarter, quarterback C.J. Stroud moved Houston into position for a 49-yard attempt by Ka’imi Fairbairn. The kicker converted as time expired to give the Texans the victory. Jacksonville had fought back through a late touchdown and Cam Little’s long-range field goal to tie the game. The contest provided an eventful finale for fans in London and an important result for Houston’s season.
Match: Houston Texans 34–31 Jacksonville Jaguars. Date: 18 October 2026.
Source: Original match reporting.