We know the new year is just hours old, but that's not going to stop us from using the holiday to predict every club game, tournament draw, and goal for the rest of the year.

Defending champions Barcelona pinched the top spot of their group following a strong 3-0 victory over Women's Super League (WSL) side Manchester City on matchday six. The Liga F will have their sights set on lifting the European trophy for the third season in a row.

The first half of the 2024/25 Premier League campaign is already behind us, so it’s the perfect time to look at which players are leading all of the main stats. All statistics in this article are

Lurking in the shadows while others steal the attention of fans, pundits and journalists alike, these players are critical to the success of their clubs.

From the brilliance of Mohamed Salah to the incredible consistency of Cole Palmer - here is the best Premier League XI of 2024.