Craven Cottage Newsround

It’s funny how many of us Americans haven’t a clue what Boxing Day is all about. Here in the states it’s back to work unless you’ve taken a vacation day.

For the last four years I’ve taken the week between Christmas and New Years off for a number of reasons. Brenda works in the school system and is off during the holiday break and my youngest son’s birthday falls during that period of time. But one of the biggest treats is that some of mates and I along with my son hang out at The Local on Boxing Day and watch the fixtures for as long as we can stomach them. Meaning, from 6 or so in the morning until 1 or so in the afternoon. A breakfast Guinness is usually in order followed by a breakfast shepherds pie. It’s a fun day which I will be missing this year because I stupidly forgot to request my time off and use my seniority during the block of time that I could do so. So instead I’ll be working away trying to follow everything on the internet.

And what about Fulham v Tottenham? Well, the odds are very much against us according to the odds makers. Both teams have sacked their managers. Ramos is a top class but it may take some time for him to right the ship. He has started to get things going in a better direction. Fulham of course is in flux with their managerial situation with Ray Lewington in charge. But the players seem to be happy with him so far as any relief from the Sanchez long ball is welcomed by the players.

Elliot Omozusi is still out so expect to see Baird get the nod.

Tottenham were a bit unlucky not to draw with Arsenal away. Fulham looked much more lively and dangerous the first half hosting Wigan. We will see if they can bring that newly found freedom and energy in midfield with them as they travel across town to White Heart Lane.

COYW