Festive TV picks announced with eight games live on Sky Sports

Sky Sports has announced its TV selections for the festive period, with Premier League champions Man City’s clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on January 5 the standout pick.

The action gets under way at 8pm on December 30 with Liverpool’s clash with Leicester City at Anfield as Jurgen Klopp’s side continue their battle to finish in the Champions League places for next season.

Meanwhile, on New Year’s Eve, Brighton host league leaders Arsenal (5.30pm), while there are two offerings to bring in 2023 as Aston Villa visit Tottenham Hotspur (2pm), before Nottingham Forest entertain Chelsea (4.30pm).

Then, on January 2 Brentford take on Liverpool (5.30pm), while Arsenal face Newcastle at the Emirates at 8pm on January 3.

And to conclude the festive proceedings, Crystal Palace and Tottenham meet at Selhurst Park on January 4 and Chelsea then host City the next day, with both games kicking off at 8pm.