Liverpool took the provisional lead in the Premier League after a 1-0 victory against Burnley on Boxing Day. Darwin Nunez opened the scoring early in the match, finding the bottom corner of the net with skill. Harvey Elliott also scored for Liverpool, but his goal was disallowed. Diogo Jota sealed the win with a late goal. The victory puts pressure on title rivals Aston Villa and Arsenal, who will play in the coming days.
In another notable match, Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 victory against Newcastle United, boosting his team’s fight for survival in the Premier League.
Sheffield United suffered a disappointing 2-3 home defeat against Luton, further sinking to the bottom of the table. Despite scoring two goals in the second half, Sheffield United conceded two own goals, sealing their defeat.
Bournemouth secured a convincing 3-0 victory against Fulham, with goals from Justin Kluivert, Dominic Solanke, and Luis Sinisterra. This win lifts Bournemouth into the top 10 of the Premier League.
West Ham United defeated Crystal Palace 2-1, with goals from Michail Antonio and Said Benrahma. Odsonne Edouard scored Crystal Palace’s only goal. West Ham maintains their strong position in the race for Champions League qualification.
Southampton and Watford played out an exciting 3-3 draw, with goals from Nathan Tella, Joao Pedro, Emmanuel Dennis, Che Adams, Stuart Armstrong, and a brace from Joao Pedro.
Brighton and Hove Albion secured a 2-0 victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers, while Everton narrowly defeated Norwich City 1-0. Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea played to a thrilling 2-2 draw, with goals from Kai Havertz, Mason Mount, Son Heung-min, and Harry Kane.
Overall, the Boxing Day fixtures brought excitement and drama to the Premier League. Liverpool’s victory temporarily puts them at the top of the table, while standout performances from Chris Wood and Bournemouth showcased the competitiveness of the league. With the title race heating up and the battle for survival intensifying, football fans can look forward to an exhilarating second half of the season.
