What Matches to Look out with 80 Matches in 37 Days

What to look out for 80 matches in 37 days.

The Premier League’s Christmas period is often one of the most highly anticipated times of the season, and this year is no exception. Unlike most of Europe’s top five leagues, there will be no winter break, as the season began in mid-August. This means more games and more opportunities for teams to secure valuable points.

With 12 points up for grabs, the festive fixtures have the potential to significantly shift club fortunes. Liverpool will be looking to strengthen their title challenge, while Southampton will cling to their slim hopes of avoiding relegation.

In this blog, we’ll highlight the key fixtures to watch during this critical period.

Liverpool v Manchester City – 1st December

Liverpool have begun to extend their dominance both in Europe and domestically. The Reds have made huge strides since the appointment of Arne Slot, with the Dutch manager bringing a fresh tactical approach that has reinvigorated the squad. While City seemingly are in decline and have gone without a win in 6.

Arsenal v Manchester United – 4th December

The first major tests for Ruben Amorim’s Red Devils come against the Gunners. Manchester Utd have not won against Arsenal since Sept 2022, but they will be hopeful of a result against an inconsistent of late Arsenal.

Everton v Liverpool – 7th December

The LAST Merseyside derby located at Goodison Park, Sean Dyche’s Toffees hoping to make this fixture a rememberable one and cause upsets against title leaders Liverpool. A fixture which always provides drama, no other fixture has produced more red cards than Everton vs Liverpool with 23. 

Tottenham Hotspur v Chelsea – 8th December*

In a heated London rivalry, Chelsea has dominated in recent years, with Tottenham securing just two wins in their last seven encounters at their new stadium. Chelsea’s most recent away victory was a 4-1 thrashing, which featured a Nicolas Jackson hattrick. However, Postecoglou’s side has shown impressive form this season, defeating the likes of Man City, Man Utd, and Villa convincingly, sparking renewed hope among Spurs fans.

Manchester City v Manchester United – 15th December

The previous meeting against these two managers came in Amorim’s penultimate Champions League game in charge of Sporting Club. The Portuguese manager outfoxed Guardiola’s City in a 4-1 loss, which added to a 5 straight defeats for the Citizen’s. Amorim has an immediate opportunity to further compile misery on the Spaniard in this Manchester derby.

Tottenham Hotspur v Liverpool – 22nd December

A fixture that never fails to bring chaos and joy for neutrals, this upcoming match will see both teams without their first-choice keepers. Kelleher has proven himself capable of stepping up in big moments, while it remains uncertain whether Forster can rise to the occasion. Adding to the anticipation, the last three meetings between the two sides have seen a combined total of sixteen goals.

Chelsea v Fulham – 26th December

This Boxing Day features an enticing West London Derby, pitting two fierce rivals against one another in a clash that always promises intensity and drama. With just 1.6 miles separating the two clubs, the proximity ensures that this rivalry is not just about football but also about local pride.

Aston Villa v Brighton – 30th December

A clash between two European hopefuls have resulted in some memorable clashes in recent years with Brighton losing 6-1 to Unai’s side before a 1-0 win for the Seagulls later in the season.

Liverpool v Manchester United – 5th January

Amorim was initially the leading candidate to replace Jurgen Klopp last season. Sources mention that his lack of flexibility from the 3-4-3 was a factor in which led the Liverpool hierarchy to Slot. The now-United boss will be eager to prove his worth and leave a mark in this fiercely contested northwest derby.

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