The Premier League has a new statistical king, and his name is Rayan Cherki. Since his €37m summer move from Lyon, the 22-year-old Frenchman has done the "impossible": he has seamlessly stepped into the creative void left by Kevin De Bruyne and become the most productive playmaker in England. Following a match-winning display against Nottingham Forest this past weekend, Cherki is no longer just a "wonderkid" but rather the engine behind Pep Guardiola’s title charge. Cherki is

Liverpool Football Club is heading into the new year with a renewed sense of purpose. After a turbulent autumn that saw the reigning champions slip as low as the bottom half of the table, Arne Slot has successfully steered the ship back into the Top Four. After a damaging slump in form and intense scrutiny on Arne Slot’s leadership, the Reds are beginning to look like a side that has reset, regrouped, and rediscovered its edge. The Reds have closed out 2025 with four consecut

Monaco vs Lorient Monaco remain strong at home and should have too much quality for a Lorient side that struggles away from home. Prediction: Monaco 2-0 Lorient Best bet: Monaco to win & under 3.5 goals PSG vs LOSC Lille A heavyweight clash at the Parc des Princes. Lille can cause problems, but PSG’s depth and firepower should prevail. Prediction: PSG 2-1 Lille Best bet: PSG to win & both teams to score Lens vs Auxerre Lens’ high intensity and home crowd should overwhelm

Rayo Vallecano vs Getafe A classic Madrid derby with plenty of physical battles. Rayo’s intensity at home gives them a slight edge. Prediction: Rayo Vallecano 1-0 Getafe Best bet: Under 2.5 goals Celta Vigo vs Valencia Celta are usually strong at Balaídos, while Valencia remain inconsistent on the road. Expect a competitive game. Prediction: Celta Vigo 2-1 Valencia Best bet: Both teams to score Osasuna vs Athletic Club A fierce Basque clash. Athletic look the more complet