Premier League 2020/21: 5 matches to watch out for during the festive period

Manchester United v Leeds United - Premier League
Manchester United v Leeds United - Premier League

Premier League Match-week 16:


Everton vs Manchester City

Manchester City v Everton FC - Premier League
Manchester City v Everton FC - Premier League

This Premier League game sees two managerial greats Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola clash in what is an important match in a very congested title race. Both men like to play on the front foot but have also shown that they're tactically flexible when needed in recent games.

Everton started the season in red hot form and look like they're regaining that form again while Manchester City seem to be picking up speed after a slow start to the season. While Guardiola's attack is scoring lesser goals than usual, City's defence has greatly improved since their 5-2 loss against Leicester earlier this season. This encounter promises to be entertaining with a possible goal fest.


Manchester United vs Wolveerhampton Wanderers

Manchester United v Southampton FC - Premier League
Manchester United v Southampton FC - Premier League

Wolves face another tough test when they travel to Manchester United who look to have found their mojo back at home. TWolves seemed to be Manchester United's "bogey" team last season after the Red Devils recorded just one win and 3 hard-fought draws in their 4 encounters across all competitions.

All 4 games were tough watches for the neutral with neither team looking good going forward; but with the addition of players such as Bruno Fernandes, van de Beek and Cavani, Manchester United have more firepower to break down a resolute Wolves outfit.

Bruno Fernandes celebrates his second goal vs Leeds in the Premier League.
Bruno Fernandes celebrates his second goal vs Leeds in the Premier League.

Premier League Match-week 17:

Tottenham Hotspur vs Leeds United

Everton v Leeds United - Premier League
Everton v Leeds United - Premier League

This is one of the stand-out matches of the Premier League festive period as two totally opposite managerial philosophies clash with each other. It is Mourhino's defence vs Marcelo Bielsa's attack. Counter Attack vs Free flowing football.

Spurs will look to unleash their pacy forwards aided with Harry Kane's hold-up play and passing ability against a Leeds team who leaves a lot of space behind them as they look to attack with all 10 outfield players. This will be a thrilling watch for everyone and promises to be full of goals.


Chelsea vs Manchester City

Chelsea v West Ham United - Premier League
Chelsea v West Ham United - Premier League

The first Sunday of the new year sees Pep's City travel to Stamford Bridge to take on Frank Lampard's men. Both managers have succeeded in improving their defenses after last season.

Both teams also have a vastly talented and versatile attacking line-up in front of their solid defense to make this encounter a thrilling one. This fixture also holds importance in the context of the title race in the long term. Both managers will be eager to get one over their top 4 rivals.

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