Premier League Boxing Day Matches Deliver Surprises and Key Results
Chelsea stunned by Fulham, Nottingham Forest climbs to third, and Newcastle dominates Aston Villa in a day of pivotal action.
- Fulham secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, with Rodrigo Muniz scoring the decisive goal in stoppage time.
- Nottingham Forest defeated Tottenham 1-0, moving up to third place in the league standings while Spurs' struggles continue in 11th position.
- Newcastle cruised to a 3-0 win against Aston Villa, capitalizing on Jhon Durán's red card to secure goals from Anthony Gordon, Alexander Isak, and Joelinton.
- Southampton remains rooted to the bottom of the table after a narrow 1-0 loss to West Ham, with Jarrod Bowen scoring the only goal.
- Manchester City was held to a 1-1 draw by Everton earlier in the day, leaving them in seventh place as their poor form persists.