Here are some of the best sport stories from across the North in 2025
Athletes, coaches, mentors. Recreation is a big deal for many of us fighting dark, cold winters, and this year there have been some big moments.
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Villa stun Chelsea with 2-1 comeback victory
LONDON, Dec 27 : Two goals from substitute Ollie Watkins stunned Chelsea on Saturday, after Aston Villa soaked up intense pressure before coming from behind to snatch a 2-1 away win in the Premier League.
Ollie Scarles in tears after his mistake gifts Fulham victory at West Ham
West Ham youngster Ollie Scarles was in tears after his mistake gifted Fulham a 1-0 win and deepened his side’s relegation fears.
Arne Slot: ‘Special’ Florian Wirtz has to build on breakthrough Liverpool goal
Arne Slot admitted Florian Wirtz knows he has to kick-on from his breakthrough goal but the Liverpool head coach was more than happy with the playmaker’s “special” performance in his side’s 2-1 win over Wolves.
Florian Wirtz nets first goal for Liverpool in nervy win over bottom side Wolves
Florian Wirtz finally scored his first goal for Liverpool as he orchestrated what turned into a less-than-comfortable 2-1 Premier League win over bottom side Wolves.
Burnley draw another blank and miss chance to gain on other strugglers
Burnley’s struggles in front of goal were on show once again as Scott Parker’s relegation-threatened side failed to register a shot on target in a poor 0-0 draw against a depleted Everton side.
Odegaard back on target as Arsenal reclaim top spot
LONDON, Dec 27 : Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard's first club goal of the season helped his side beat Brighton and Hove Albion 2-1 at home on Saturday to return to the top of the Premier League table.
Naoya Inoue, Junto Nakatani both win to set up 2026 megafight - ESPN
Japanese boxing rivals Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani set up one of the biggest fights for 2026 after both registered wins Saturday.