The English Premier League continues to offer gifts we didn’t expect. Some supporters are thrilled with what they got while others can’t wait to return their presents. For starters, Liverpool appear to be running away with things.

With 39 points and at the top of the Premier League, Liverpool are heading into the festive period as ‘winter champions’, a title that has not boded well for the leading teams in the past with recent ‘winter champions’ slipping up as the season advances. This is a curse that Liverpool under the guidance of Arne Slot will be keen to break.

Mohamed Salah has said he is hopeful that Liverpool can lift the Premier League title this season, saying this campagin "feels different."

Manchester City are at risk of missing out on next season's Champions League due to their recent dip in form, manager Pep Guardiola said.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says the club are in danger of missing out on a place in next season's Champions League.