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Sixth-tier Macclesfield were the story of the third round after knocking holders Crystal Palace out of the competition.
Grey Whitebloom|

HEADLINES

From confusing metaphors to fiery insults, sweeping conclusions and touching life lessons, the game’s players, manager and pundits had plenty to say in 2025.
Grey Whitebloom|
2025 has delivered another rollercoaster year of Premier League football.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Arda Güler, Raheem Sterling, Elliot Anderson, Marc Guéhi and Julián Alvarez all feature in the gossip.
SI FC Staff|
Man Utd have the chance to pile yet more misery on winless Wolves.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Aston Villa’s journey to Arsenal headlines a festive round of action.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Manchester United will be confident of seeing off Wolves again after already thrashing them earlier in December.
Barnaby Lane|

Six points are the difference between first and third place in the fight for the English crown.
Amanda Langell|
Antoine Semenyo, Bradley Barcola, Marc Guéhi, Vinicius Jr and many more feature in today’s gossip.
SI FC Staff|
Last season’s top two go head-to-head on Thursday night.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
PREMIER LEAGUE SCHEDULE

Schedule

An intriguing round of fixtures concludes with a blockbuster clash.
Grey Whitebloom|
The winter is open for teams to strengthen before the end of the season.
Toby Cudworth|
Some clubs are shooting for glory in 2026 as others simply seek survival.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
PREMIER LEAGUE STATS

Team Leaders

One club would theoretically jump eight places in a world where VAR did not have a say.
Grey Whitebloom|
Leading the table at Christmas doesn’t guarantee the title, but it’s usually a strong sign of where things are headed.
Barnaby Lane|
Arsenal hold a narrow lead over Manchester City at the heart of the festive period.
Tom Gott|
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PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS

The Spaniard fulfilled only a fraction of his three-year contract with Real Madrid.
Amanda Langell|
There have been more VAR errors this season than during the first half of 2024–25.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Just named as Enzo Maresca's successor at Chelsea, Liam Rosenior is already facing the first challenge of his tenure. The former RC Stasbourg manager has to make a decision over Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi's future.
Quentin Gesp|
A new era at the 13-time Premier League winners could benefit some but affect others.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
The midfielder left Stamford Bridge in 2024 after 18 years with his boyhood club.
Jamie Spencer|
Things are already looking up after just one session under new interim boss Michael Carrick.
Jamie Spencer|

LATEST SOCCER NEWS

The Catalans avoided Real Madrid’s fate and will continue their Copa del Rey title defense.
Roberto Casillas|
Jamie Spencer|
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Amanda Langell|
Ewan Ross-Murray|