Chelsea secured a decisive 2-0 win against Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge, moving level on points with Arsenal in the Premier League. Nicolas Jackson and Enzo Fernández scored for Chelsea, showcasing their strong form under manager Enzo Maresca. Aston Villa, under Unai Emery, continued their winless streak.
Manchester United clinched a significant 2-0 victory against Everton at Old Trafford, marking Rúben Amorim's first home league win as head coach. Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee scored the vital goals, propelling United up the Premier League table and leaving Everton manager Sean Dyche facing a team struggling with relegation worries.
In a tightly contested Premier League clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Tottenham Hotspur and Fulham played out a 0-0 draw on December 1, 2024. The encounter displayed brilliant goalkeeping from Fraser Forster of Spurs and key moments from Fulham's attack, though neither side could secure the win. Despite their contrasting recent form, both teams performed well, but injuries on both sides affected the outcome. The result places Spurs sixth and Fulham tenth in a competitive league table.
Brighton & Hove Albion and Southampton ended their Premier League match in a 1-1 draw at the Amex Stadium. The match saw Brighton take the lead through Kaoru Mitoma, only for Southampton to equalise through Flynn Downes. A controversial VAR decision ruled out a potential winner for Southampton, leaving both teams to reflect on missed opportunities.
On 25 November 2024, West Ham United achieved a crucial 2-0 win against Newcastle United at St James' Park, breaking the home team's three-match victory streak. West Ham's Tomáš Souček opened the scoring in the 10th minute, followed by Aaron Wan-Bissaka's second-half goal. Despite Newcastle's dominant possession, they failed to score, placing them 10th in the league. This win lifted West Ham out of the relegation zone and alleviated pressure on manager Julen Lopetegui. Newcastle's manager, Eddie Howe, highlighted their need to improve finishing and decision-making.
Liverpool secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Southampton at St Mary’s Stadium, with Mohamed Salah emerging as the hero by scoring two late goals, including a penalty. The match began with Liverpool taking the lead through Dominik Szoboszlai, but Southampton equalised before half-time. Southampton took the lead again in the second half, only for Salah to level and then secure the win with a late penalty. Liverpool dominated possession but faced a challenging battle against a resilient Southampton team. manager Arne Slot commended his squad's perseverance, essential as they prepare for upcoming fixtures against Real Madrid and Manchester City. Southampton's Russell Martin highlighted the need for improvement as the team remains at the bottom of the league.
Leicester City has parted ways with manager Steve Cooper after just five months at the helm, following a defeat to Chelsea that left them perilously close to the relegation zone. Cooper, who joined from Nottingham Forest, struggled with fan support and defensive issues. With the team in 16th place, the search for a new manager is underway, with Graham Potter and David Moyes among the names speculated to take over. Ben Dawson steps in as interim manager.
The weekend saw contrasting fortunes for Manchester United's men's and women's football teams, as they both faced challenging matches. Under new head coach Rúben Amorim, the men's team drew 1-1 with Ipswich Town in the Premier League, a result that highlighted the need for tactical refinement. In contrast, the women's team experienced a 1-0 defeat to Chelsea, losing their unbeaten streak in the Women's Super League. As transfer rumours circulate, Cristiano Ronaldo's future remains uncertain, with possible contract extensions on the horizon, while Viktor Gyökeres emerges as a potential signing for an enhanced squad.
Fulham hosted Wolverhampton Wanderers at Craven Cottage in a dynamic Premier League contest that ended in a significant 4-1 triumph for Wolves. Despite Fulham's initial lead through Alex Iwobi's effort, Wolves staged a resolute comeback. Goals from Matheus Cunha, twice, Joao Gomes, and Gonçalo Guedes secured the win. This victory marked Wolves' second win in a row, moving them out of the relegation threat, while Fulham's defensive frailties were exposed despite a strong league start. As both teams continue their campaigns, consistency and defensive solidity will be crucial.
Manchester City suffered a staggering 0-4 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium, marking a concerning streak of five consecutive losses under Pep Guardiola for the first time. This result also ended City’s impressive 52-match unbeaten home record. James Maddison scored two early goals, celebrating his birthday, as Spurs dismantled City with further goals from Pedro Porro and Brennan Johnson. Despite 23 shots, City's inability to score and defensive vulnerabilities have been criticised by pundits, with Guardiola admitting a dip in form. Spurs have ascended to sixth place, increasing pressure on City, who remain second.