Year-end action begins at 8:30 p.m. as Chelsea host Bournemouth, live on SS Action (GOtv Ch. 66, DStv Ch. 206). Chelsea’s recent slide has seen them win just once in five, following defeat to Aston Villa, which has left them fifth. Bournemouth arrive in deeper trouble, winless in nine after a heavy loss to Brentford. Both sides are under pressure, but Chelsea cannot afford another slip if they are to stay in the European race.
At 9:15 p.m., attention turns to the Emirates where leaders Arsenal face in-form Aston Villa, live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). Arsenal edged Brighton to stay top, but Villa arrive as the league’s most relentless force, having won eight straight league matches and 11 across all competitions. A Villa victory would draw them level at the summit and dramatically reshape the title race.
At the same time, Manchester United welcome Wolves, live on SS Football (GOtv Ch. 61, DStv Ch. 205). United are level on points with Chelsea and edging toward the European places after a narrow win over Newcastle. Wolves remain rooted to the bottom with twelve straight defeats. On paper, it is a chance for United to build momentum, but the pressure to deliver a convincing performance is unmistakable.
The new year begins at 6:30 p.m. as Liverpool host Leeds United, live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). Liverpool have climbed to fourth after three consecutive wins and will aim to carry that form into 2026. Leeds, though hovering near the bottom, continue to frustrate stronger opponents and arrive fresh from a draw with Sunderland.
At the same time, Crystal Palace face Fulham in a mid-table London derby, live on SS Football (GOtv Ch. 61, DStv Ch. 205). Palace will be seeking a response after a narrow defeat to Tottenham, while Fulham arrive buoyed by a disciplined win at West Ham. A tight, tactical contest is expected at Selhurst Park.
At 9:00 p.m., Brentford meet Tottenham, live on SS Action (GOtv Ch. 66, DStv Ch. 206). Spurs finally halted a poor run with a derby win over Palace, but Brentford’s emphatic victory over Bournemouth highlighted their threat. The fixture will test whether Tottenham’s revival is sustainable.
The night concludes in the North East as Sunderland host Manchester City, live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). Sunderland have been one of the season’s standout stories, sitting seventh and proving difficult to beat at home. City arrive on a six-game winning streak and, depending on Tuesday’s results, could be playing to reclaim top spot—momentum against pedigree to usher in the new year.
Match Highlights
Tuesday, Dec 30
Thursday, Jan 1
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