Good morning and welcome to a packed day of sporting action. If you're up early and ready for a marathon session on the sofa, you've come to the right place.
A Super Sunday of Premier League Football
While Saturday's Premier League schedule was light, Sunday more than makes up for it with a full slate of six top-flight matches. The action kicks off at 12:30pm with the fiercely anticipated clash between northern rivals Leeds United and Manchester United. This historic fixture always promises high drama and sets the tone for a day of football.
Whether you're heading to a ground or settling in for a day of festive leftovers and football, we want to hear from you. Share your predictions and thoughts by emailing us at matchday.live@theguardian.com. Your interaction is a key part of our live coverage.
Beyond the Premier League: Afcon and Europe
Our coverage won't stop at the English game. We'll also be reflecting on the dramatic results from Saturday's football and looking ahead to the continuing last-16 stage of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon). Furthermore, we'll keep you updated on all the major matches taking place across Europe's other leading leagues.
It's set to be a busy and thrilling day for sports fans. The whistle is about to blow, so let's get started!
