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Festive fixtures — the matches not to be missed

With December finally begun, it’s time for all things festive. From Christmas markets to seasonal shopping, it’s one of the best times of year to get together with friends and family and celebrate one of the best times of year.

 

Of course, December is also a great time to watch football. Liverpool FC are set to play 9 games throughout the month, as part of the Premier League, UEFA Champions League and the Carabao Cup. Their fixture against West Ham on December 21st was postponed, due to the club’s invitation to participate in the FIFA World Cup. 

 

Here are the top 5 matches that are not to be missed throughout December.

 

Wednesday 4th: Everton

 

Kicking off with one of the most exciting games at the start of the December month is a match against Liverpool’s city rivals, Everton. The Merseyside Derby continues to be some of the most anticipated games of the season and for good reason; there’s nothing like a good old fashioned rivalry to really up the thrill of a football match. It’s one that almost every member of the team are absolutely looking to take part in. Liverpool star and Spaniard Adrian San Miguel, for example, says he’s ‘already focused’ on the game ahead. 

 

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There’s some big claims already being made, with Liverpool being expected to play the game. In play betting with 888 will enable fans to see the line-up and the intensity of the game before they stake any money. Liverpool have had a fantastic season, having only dropped two points and are still sitting comfortably at the top of the league, but the number of games could cause them to slow the pace.

 

The game begins at 20:15 on Wednesday at Anfield. 


Saturday 7th: Bournemouth

 

While A.F.C. Bournemouth are currently sitting 12th in the Premier League, the game against Liverpool on Saturday the 7th is definitely one to follow. Bournemouth haven’t had a particularly fantastic season; Liverpool have had 6 total wins against them in the past, with Bournemouth securing just 1. 

 

But things can always change. And while Liverpool have the homefield advantage, it’s still a game worth tuning into. Play starts from 15:00. 

 

Saturday 14th: Watford

 

What makes this game so exciting? Watford have something to prove. In February 2019, Liverpool had one of their best games against Watford. They had previously dropped six points in their top flight games. A goal from Divock Origi and two goals each from Sadio Mane and Virgil van Dijk saw them defeat Watford at a massive 5-0. 

 

“Our target was to win but when you find an opponent like Liverpool then it’s very hard to get the points,” former manager Javi Garcia said at the time.

 

“It’s important to be calm and keep confidence in ourselves now because our levels have been good.”

 

With so much to prove, Watford will be looking to make their comeback and show just what they can achieve. At 20th in the league, they’re the bottom team now facing the top team; maybe this is their chance to make a statement or face another devastating loss. And potentially face relegation for next season. 

 

Thursday 26th: Leicester City

 

Set to be one of the most exhilarating games of the season is Liverpool vs Leicester City on Thursday the 26th of December. It was not long ago that Leicester City fans warned Liverpool that the Premier League title race is far from over. A game against Everton at the King Power Stadium saw The Foxes clinch a record-setting sixth straight Premier League win, reducing their gap on Liverpool to a mere eight points at the top of the table. 

 

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With Leicester City sitting second on the table, this is definitely a match for the books. Kick off is at 20:00 and you can be sure fans on both sides will be watching in anticipation for what’s to come. 


Sunday 29th: Wolverhampton Wanderers

 

With the Wolves sitting at 6th in the Premier League table, this post-Christmas match makes the list of one of the top to watch this December. The Wolves have yet to lose a game this season across all leagues, winning three and drawing another three. Can they beat the hard-hitting top table Liverpool? That’s yet to be decided. But there’s certainly going to be some excitement around this game, which kicks off at 16:30.


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