London, Oct 31, 2025 (AFP) - Premier League blames European expansion for lack of Boxing Day games

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2025-10-31

Premier League chiefs have blamed the reduction of Boxing Day matches this season on the expansion of European competitions. Fixtures on December 26 have been a traditional part of the Premier League's Christmas schedule, but this year only one game will be played when Manchester United host Newcastle. With Boxing Day falling on a Friday, the Premier League will instead play seven games on Saturday, December 27 and two on Sunday, December 28. Awa......

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