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Liverpool Look to Extend Lead as Festive Fixtures Heat Up

Posted : 25 December 2024

Liverpool head into the festive Boxing Day clash as firm favourites against struggling Leicester City, aiming to consolidate their position at the top of the Premier League table. Sitting four points ahead of Chelsea with a game in hand, Arne Slot’s men have rediscovered their form after two frustrating draws, demolishing Tottenham 6-3 last weekend. Mohamed Salah remains in sublime form, becoming the first player in Premier League history to register double figures in both goals and assists before Christmas.

 

Leicester, on the other hand, are struggling under new manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, managing just one point in their last three matches and languishing two points above the relegation zone. Their dismal record at Anfield, where they last won in 2000, only adds to their uphill task.

 

Arsenal, fresh off a dominant 5-1 win over Crystal Palace, face a tough challenge after losing star winger Bukayo Saka to a hamstring injury. Mikel Arteta acknowledged the setback but remains optimistic about his side's ability to adapt. Saka, who has been instrumental this season with nine goals and 13 assists, leaves a significant void in Arsenal's attack as they gear up to face relegation-threatened Ipswich.

 

 Gabriel Martinelli is among the options Arteta may turn to in his search for solutions, as the Gunners remain in third place, determined to keep pace in the title race. Arteta emphasized the importance of overcoming challenges as Arsenal navigate a season filled with highs and setbacks.

 

Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest's resurgence under Nuno Espirito Santo has fans dreaming of a return to European competition for the first time in over 40 years. Forest, currently fourth in the table, have won seven of their last ten matches and boast one of the league's best defensive records, trailing only Liverpool and Arsenal in goals conceded.

 

Their next test comes against a wounded Tottenham side fresh off their hammering by Liverpool. Nuno, facing his former club, anticipates a thrilling encounter, with Spurs known for their unpredictable, high-scoring games. As Forest chase their European dreams, they carry the legacy of a club twice crowned European champions under Brian Clough in 1979 and 1980.

 

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