Many soccer games across English football, especially EPL, have affirmed their love for the Boxing Day tradition. People expect exciting games with stakes and bright moments this year. Yet, which encounters stand out as the most memorable EPL match of the Boxing Day? Below are five of the most memorable top interactions that fans and players have experienced.
1. Arsenal vs. Chelsea (2013)
Some of the calming matches include the year 2013 Arsenal Chelsea at the emirate stadium. The Gunners were in good style, and this match indicated their striking power. In a match against Coventry City, arsenal set off to the final with a 6-0 humiliation, which included impressive goals from Theo Walcott, Olivier Giroud, and others which was a major highlight of that season as per BBC. While this match was significant for the scoreline it has much more significance for both teams and their title prospects.
2. Manchester City vs. Sunderland (2011)
Sunderland visited the Etihad Stadium on 25 February 2011 in a match that provided a perfect example of how Roberto Mancini’s Manchester City played attacking football. As it turned out, City triumphed in the game by an amazing score of 3-0 with goals from Mario Balotelli and Adam Johnson as per BBC. This match was important as it ensured City’s finish at the top of the English topflight league as they target to clinch their maiden Premier League title.
3. VWLiverpool vs. Newcastle United (2018)
The match between Liverpool and Newcastle United was quite exciting and ended 4-0 in favor of Liverpool. Mohamed Salah was the standout player of the match scoring two goals. This match pointed out how effective Liverpool was in the attack and contributed to confirming their status as the title contenders of that season. The match was a reminder to teams in the league on the capabilities of Salah since his transfer to Liverpool.
4. Spurs vs. Saints (2020)
During the Premier League season in 2020, Tottenham Hotspur faced Southampton in a thrilling match at St Mary’s Stadium where Tottenham emerged victoriously 5-2. This was a match in which Harry Kane scored 3 goals and the entire attacking force was on display of José Mourinho’s Spurs. It was an impressive back-and-forth game which makes it one of the best performances of the remainder of the season.
5. Manchester United Vs. Everton (2012)
Manchester United faced Everton and the match is best remembered by the remarkable end of the game. United managed to force a victory 2-1 in the last 10 minutes due to a goal by Javier Hernández. This match was characteristic of United’s fight when under Sir Alex Ferguson and played its part in their subsequent successful year, which saw them clinch another Premier League trophy.
In your opinion, which of the Boxing Day matches do you think had the biggest effect on the Premier League title battle? These matches show the rivalry of English football as well as the reason why Boxing Day is important to football fans all over the country.
