It's never nice to pick up a suspension in the Premier League.
But if you're going to get sent off, make sure it's just before Christmas Day. That way, you might be able to enjoy some mulled wine, a few mince pies and the rest of the festivities... if your boss gives you the day off from training.
There's usually one or two players who pick up a timely red card or too many bookings in the days leading up to Christmas Day. That's not the case this year, however, due to there being no Premier League games prior to Boxing Day thanks to the World Cup in Qatar. Still, there's always Christmas 2023.
