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December 19, 2025
Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend
Ngumoha could step up for Liverpool, injury-hit Newcastle need to bounce back and Parker feels the heat

TL;DR
- Newcastle United faces Chelsea with a defensive injury crisis, potentially impacting Eddie Howe's formation choices.
- Burnley manager Scott Parker returns to Bournemouth with his team on a seven-game losing streak.
- Danny Welbeck reflects on his loan spell at Sunderland as Brighton looks to end a winless streak.
- Manchester City, second in the league, hosts a struggling West Ham United.
- Wolves are predicted to be relegated, with advice to give more minutes to young player Mateus Mané.
- Liverpool might rely on young talent Rio Ngumoha due to injuries and player departures for the Africa Cup of Nations.
- Arsenal travels to Everton, benefiting from potential absences in the Everton squad.
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin's recent scoring form for Leeds raises questions about a potential England call-up.
- Manchester United's defense is a concern ahead of their match against in-form Aston Villa.
- Callum Hudson-Odoi is looking to continue his improved form for Nottingham Forest against Fulham.
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