Football fans are eagerly anticipating a day full of exciting and competitive matches, as "Al-Midan" provides comprehensive coverage of the fixtures for Sunday, December 28, 2025. This day will witness a great deal of activity in international and local stadiums, headlined by the high-profile matches in the Africa Cup of Nations, in addition to the continuation of major European league competitions during the holiday period, and an important match for Zamalek in the Egyptian Cup.
Africa Cup of Nations: Clash of the Titans and Arab Hopes
All eyes are on the African continent as it witnesses fierce competition in the Africa Cup of Nations. Today's matches feature several historic encounters, including Algeria's "Desert Warriors" against Burkina Faso in a crucial game given the intense rivalry between the two teams in recent years. Arab fans also eagerly await the match between Sudan's "Falcons of Jediane," who are striving for a positive result against Equatorial Guinea to boost their chances in the tournament.
The undisputed highlight of today's African matches is the classic encounter between Ivory Coast's "Elephants" and Cameroon's "Indomitable Lions." This match is considered an early final, bringing together two of the most decorated teams in the continent's history, and their matches are always characterized by physicality and high technical skill.
- Gabon vs. Mozambique: 3:30 PM
- Equatorial Guinea vs. Sudan: 6:00 PM
- Algeria vs. Burkina Faso: 8:30 PM
- Ivory Coast vs. Cameroon: 11:00 PM
Premier League: Boxing Day excitement continues
In England, the Premier League continues its busy festive period, a time that often shapes the title race and the battle for European qualification. Tottenham Hotspur travel to Crystal Palace for a mini-London derby, where Spurs will be looking to secure three points to solidify their position among the elite. Meanwhile, Sunderland host Leeds United in a match reminiscent of classic English football rivalries.
- Sunderland vs Leeds United: 5:00 PM
- Crystal Palace vs Tottenham: 7:30 PM
Italian League: Inter, Milan and Napoli in the Serie A title race
The Italian Serie A is heating up with a series of exciting matches, most notably the clash between Atalanta and Inter Milan in Bergamo. Inter's visit to Atalanta's stadium is always fraught with danger due to the home side's potent attack. Meanwhile, Napoli and Milan face crucial tests both at home and away as they strive to maintain their position in the league standings.
- Milan vs Hellas Verona: 2:30 PM
- Cremonese vs. Napoli: 5:00 PM
- Atalanta vs Inter Milan: 10:45 PM
Egypt Cup: Zamalek vs. Baladeyet El Mahalla
Domestically, Zamalek begins a new campaign in the Egyptian Cup, a tournament beloved by the White Knights' fans. The White Knights will face Baladeyet El Mahalla in a match where Zamalek will be looking to avoid the usual cup upsets and secure a comfortable victory that satisfies the ambitions of their vast fan base.
- Zamalek vs. Baladeyet El Mahalla: 3:30 PM
