Calvert-Lewin Named December Premier League Player of Month

Dominic Calvert-Lewin, the Leeds United striker, has been named the Premier League Player of the Month for December 2025, recognizing his standout performance of six goals in five matches during the festive period. The 28-year-old English forward's contributions helped Leeds secure victories over Chelsea and Crystal Palace, along with draws against Liverpool, Brentford, and Sunderland, as the team remained unbeaten throughout the month.

Calvert-Lewin's form marked a significant turnaround for Leeds, who entered December in the relegation zone and facing uncertainty around manager Daniel Farke. A tactical shift to a 3-5-2 formation proved effective, with the striker scoring in every appearance, including a brace against Crystal Palace and a decisive finish in a 1-1 draw with Sunderland that capped a 12-pass team move. His goals accounted for nearly a third of Leeds's Premier League tallies this season, where he has netted nine times since joining the club on a free transfer from Everton in the summer. Previously hampered by injuries at his former club, Calvert-Lewin has stayed fit and emerged as a key figure in Leeds's push for survival, currently sitting 16th in the table after...