Van der Vaart and Polman together with children, Pogacar in Christmas sweater on the bike | Offside

Athletes celebrate ChristmasPremier League stars such as Nathan Aké, Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo continue to play football during the Christmas period, but most athletes now have plenty of time for family around the Christmas tree or go on holiday. View below an overview of the best Christmas photos and videos of athletes from home and abroad.