It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
Boxing day is like Christmas day for sports fans, and once again it didn’t disappoint!
With tons of goals, shocks and movements at both ends of the table, the Premier League truly delivered a festive bonanza!
We take a look at all things you might have missed on a jam packed day of action.
Kyle Walker-Peters Assist King
With Kieran Trippier and Serge Aurier injured, Kyle Walker-Peters was given a rare Premier League start, only his 3rd this year.
The right-back marked the occasion with three assists in the first half at Wembley.
Claude Puel In Trouble?
Before the festive period many Leicester City fans were questioning Claude Puel and the direction he was taking the Foxes.
But after a win against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge at the weekend, a win at home to the champions Manchester City will surely put those questions to bed.
Three Losses In Four For City
Going into December, the odds on Manchester City going the whole season unbeaten had been slashed from 66/1 to just 10/1.
But after their defeat at the King Power Stadium on Boxing Day, Pep Guardiola’s men have lost three out of their last four in the league.
Soft Salah Penalty?
Soft penalty decisions were once again in the headlines after Mo Salah was awarded a spot kick for the slightest of touches.
Newcastle United defender Paul Dummet brushed the Egyptian’s arm which was enough for the PFA player of the year to go down.
By the laws of the game it’s a penalty, but there is no doubt the Liverpool man could have stayed on his feet.
First Penalty At Anfield
Soft or not, Liverpool’s penalty was their first at Anfield in 424 days.
This finally puts end to any fans’ conspiracy theories about referees not awarding spot kicks to their team.
Pogba Back
Paul Pogba was back to his best with a fine performance against Huddersfield which was capped with two goals at Old Trafford.
The Frenchman was slated for his behaviour and attitude during Jose Mourinho’s reign, but it looks like he is back to his brilliant best.
