The Premier League has confirmed that seven matches will be played on Boxing Day this season, following a single match last year. Voetbal International reports that the league has released its schedule for the winter months, which includes the seven matches on December 26.
The increased number of matches on Boxing Day is a welcome return to normality, with Aston Villa and Leeds United opening the day at 13:30, and Newcastle United and Manchester City closing it at 21:00. The Premier League's decision to schedule more matches on Boxing Day will undoubtedly bring a festive atmosphere to the league, with fans looking forward to a busy day of football.
The Premier League has released its schedule for the winter months, which includes the seven matches on Boxing Day. The full schedule is as follows: Aston Villa vs Leeds United at 13:30, Everton vs Sunderland, Fulham vs Brighton & Hove Albion, Ipswich Town vs Brentford, Tottenham Hotspur vs Bournemouth, Hull City vs Liverpool, and Newcastle United vs Manchester City at 21:00.