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Christmas cheer has arrived in the world of sports.

Footballers have taken off their boots, dart players have set aside their arrows, and boxers have hung up their gloves in favor of embracing the festive spirit.

Family photo in front of Christmas treeWayne Rooney shared a family photo in front of their Christmas treeCredit: Instagram/WayneRooney Luke Littler with girlfriend Faith MillarLuke Littler posed for a photo with his girlfriend, Faith MillarCredit: Instagram/FaithMillar Erling Haaland with girlfriend IsabelErling Haaland was seen with his girlfriend, IsabelCredit: Instagram/ErlingHaaland

Notable figures such as Wayne Rooney, Luke Littler, and Erling Haaland have shared how they are celebrating Christmas with their loved ones.

Manchester United legend Rooney was photographed with his wife, Coleen, and their four sons: Kai, Klay, Kit Joseph, and Cass Mac, all gathered in front of their Christmas tree.

The Christmas Eve photo showed Rooney and Kai wearing dark green tops, while Coleen and the other three boys wore matching trousers and tops.

Manchester City star Haaland returned to Norway for the holidays to spend time with his girlfriend, Isabel.

Haaland, 25, donned a sleek black top and trousers, while Isabel looked elegant in a red dress, standing in front of him.

He simply captioned the post: “God jul!”

This is a Scandinavian expression meaning “Merry Christmas.”

Littler was seen alongside his partner, Faith Millar.

Faith shared a joyful photo of the two, which Littler reposted to his own story.

Many footballers from around the globe have also showcased their festive spirit.

Robert Lewandowski posed with his family on the sofa, all dressed in matching red checkered tops and bottoms.

Former Chelsea player Thiago Silva opted for a casual look in a black top and grey shorts while posing with his family in front of their large Christmas tree.

Similarly, Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson was spotted in a white polo shirt with his partner and their children.

England star Marcus Rashford was seen setting up a Christmas tree on Christmas Eve, while former United teammate Jesse Lingard posed next to his own tree on the same day.

Manuel Neuer took a relaxed approach to his Christmas, seen in shorts on the beach next to a tree.

Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr celebrated with a post featuring his new girlfriend, Virginia Fonseca, in front of a massive Christmas tree.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are sports celebrities celebrating Christmas this year?

Many sports celebrities are celebrating Christmas with their families, sharing festive photos on social media. Notable figures like Wayne Rooney, Erling Haaland, and Luke Littler have posted pictures of their holiday gatherings.

What does “God jul” mean?

“God jul” is a Scandinavian phrase that translates to “Merry Christmas” in English.