Festive Premier League Action: Liverpool Eye Glory, Saka Injury Hits Arsenal

Liverpool sits atop the Premier League table this Christmas and will aim to consolidate their lead with a Boxing Day clash against struggling Leicester City on Thursday.

Meanwhile, both Manchester clubs face pressure to rejuvenate their seasons, with champions City hosting Everton and United travelling to Wolves. Arsenal, currently third, will test their depth against Ipswich on Friday after losing star player Bukayo Saka to injury.

Tottenham, still smarting from a heavy defeat to Liverpool, face a tough away fixture at high-flying Nottingham Forest, who are pushing for a Champions League spot.

Liverpool are Christmas Day leaders for the first time since 2020/21. Historically, their form at this stage has been a strong predictor of title success, but only once in the past seven occasions has it translated into lifting the trophy.

Under Arne Slot, Liverpool dismantled Tottenham 6-3 in their last outing, showcasing a dominant attack led by Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian forward has made Premier League history as the first player to reach double figures in both goals 15 and assists 11 before Christmas.