NFL Games on Christmas Day
National Football League teams regularly play on December 25, typically in the afternoon and evening. The NFL schedules at least one Christmas Day game each season, often featuring teams with playoff implications. Games are broadcast nationally on CBS, Fox, and NBC.
NBA Christmas Day Schedule
The National Basketball Association holds a marquee Christmas Day slate with multiple games each year. The NBA Christmas games showcase top teams and star players, drawing large audiences. The league has played on December 25 since 1947.
Soccer and Other Sports on December 25
In England, the Premier League traditionally holds fixtures on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Leagues in other countries also schedule matches around the holiday. According to the Premier League, the Christmas schedule is a long-standing tradition in English football. Premier League official site
