Can league-leading Arsenal pick up where it left off? Will Erling Haaland continue his hot start? The Premier League restart offers plenty of intrigue ahead of Boxing Day.
There’s no rest for the weary after an incredible month of World Cup drama. With hardly a week between Argentina’s triumph in the World Cup final and Boxing Day, the Premier League is back in action after a six-week break.
And while the year will be divided between pre-World Cup and post-Qatar periods, the season will follow from here on out just like any other. But for both the casual fan and diehard, a refresher may be necessary before the Boxing Day fixtures.