Overview
- Liverpool will reconvene on Boxing Day at the AXA Training Centre to prepare for Wolves at Anfield on December 27.
- Only one Premier League match is scheduled for December 26 — Manchester United vs Newcastle — after calendar changes linked to expanded European competitions.
- Captain Virgil van Dijk said it is the first time in his Liverpool and Premier League career that he has had Christmas Day off, calling it a welcome chance for family time.
- The decision extends to support staff, with the club noting relief for those who normally work through the holiday to run training operations.
- Van Dijk confirmed he spoke privately with Xavi Simons following the Spurs red card as Liverpool head into the Wolves match on a six-game unbeaten run sitting fifth in the table.