Chelsea’s Premier League trip to Wolverhampton Wanderers could take place on Christmas Eve, the first time the division will have a match on that date since 1995. The fixture, which is likely to be a lunchtime kick-off, is part of the 18th round of Premier League games this season, with most matches falling on Saturday, December 23.
’s trip to could take place on Christmas Eve, the first time the division will have a match on that date since 1995. The fixture, which is likely to be a lunchtime kick-off, is part of the 18th round of Premier League games this season, with most matches falling on Saturday, December 23.
Once broadcasters make their selections, police approval is the only remaining hurdle to overcome. The Premier League’s traditional Boxing Day fixtures return, which form part of the 19th round of fixtures. The prospect of moving games to Christmas Eve is likely to prove a particularly controversial announcement for travelling Chelsea fans planning to make the journey from London to Wolverhampton.
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