Today on LiveScore: Winter break thaws as Premier League action returns

The Premier League’s winter break is over and Matchday 24 kicks off tonight with three tasty fixtures.

We preview the action and deliver our usual daily dose of fun features and transfer news.

The Premier League is back

Teams from both ends of the table are in action tonight. 

Manchester United go to basement boys Burnley and we turn the spotlight on Red Devils midfielder Paul Pogba, who returned from nearly three months on the sidelines last Friday. 

In fine form before picking up a hamstring injury, can the enigmatic Frenchman produce the goods for Ralf Rangnick with his contract at Old Trafford entering its final months?

Elsewhere, it is the dawn of two new eras at St James’ Park as a Newcastle side bolstered by several new January acquisitions host Everton in their first league game under Frank Lampard.

After making a winning start in the FA Cup against Brentford, the new Toffees boss will be looking for similar success on Tyneside — and we assess what his best XI may look like.

West Ham also welcome Watford this evening and you can take in the key information on all three games in our Premier League preview.

More to enjoy

Brennan Johnson was one of the stars of the show as Nottingham Forest ripped apart Premier League Leicester 4-1 in the FA Cup last Sunday.

With Brentford having already tried to prise the 20-year-old Welshman away from the City Ground in recent months, we take a closer look at a player seemingly destined for great things.

Chelsea are in the United Arab Emirates to kick off their Club World Cup campaign with a semi-final against Saudi Arabian champions Al Hilal tomorrow afternoon.

Need to brush up your knowledge on the AFC Champions League winners? Our handy guide should help.

Our daily Transfer Talk column continues to round up the best whispers from football’s rumour mill, with Barcelona starlet Gavi attracting interest from Liverpool.

And be sure to keep an eye on LiveScore Daily as we bring you the day’s key stories in bite-sized chunks.