Premier League: Here are the top 5 goals from Boxing Day Games

Hull vs Wayne Rooney in 2013

Manchester United did not do well the first year without Sir Alex Ferguson. That is an understatement. One of Rooney's many outstanding Premier League goals is this one. Let's ignore that this brought them even with a Hull team that had been outscoring them 2-0 at one point.

2005's Joey Barton vs Wigan Athletic

Wigan Athletic defeated Manchester City 4-3 in one of the most thrilling games on Boxing Day in history. Even if it wasn't quite as impressive as it would have been if it had occurred today, The Latics still won big thanks to that.

2017's Steven Defour versus Manchester United

When they faced Burnley in 2017, Manchester United had not lost at home on Boxing Day in 39 years. In just three minutes, they had already conceded a goal. Unfortunately, Jesse Lingard's two goals in the second half prevented the Lancashire team from winning.

2008's Abou Diaby vs Aston Villa

Another instance of a goal when the assist may have been superior to the outcome occurred in Arsenal's 2008 2-2 draw with Aston Villa.



Two players who are not known for their goal-scoring produced a fantastic team goal—fair play for deciding to go alone when Robin Van Persie was around.

Liverpool vs Andy Cole, 2002

Andy Cole, one of the greatest forwards the English game has ever produced, spent three years and 27 goals with Blackburn Rovers.
A signature Cole finish from a neglected period of his illustrious career.

FAQs:

1. How do Boxing Day Games work?
   Sports dominate Boxing Day, like cricket, football, and horse racing in the UK and other Commonwealth nations.
2. Is Black Friday the same as Boxing Day?
   Boxing Day in the United States of America is held on 26 December, and Black Friday is observed on the Friday after Thanksgiving.