Premier League LIVE reaction: Man City drop points, Arteta set to speak
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'We made their life hard today'published at 08:43 GMT
Sunderland 0-0 Man City
Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris spoke to Sky Sports: 'Yeah, I'm enjoying [it]. I think we showed strong character against one of the best teams in Europe. It was crucial to defend well. We were bold because we tried to be aggressive and high up the pitch. We disrupted their routine and flow, which was key. We created chances and were a bit lucky because City has many threats and knows how to manage the ball in the final third. It's a good point.
'In football, playing two halves is vital. You can be happy after the first half, but the second half is where the real test lies. The scenario can change in an instant. This team has shown strong character and can play good football. 30 minutes later, they know how to defend and suffer together, and they have many faces, which is important for us.
'Today, we made it harder for City to conclude, cross, and shoot. It was great.
'Sometimes, we don't realize our potential. It's important to repeat these performances to build confidence and belief in our playing style and strengths.'
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'We could not convert our chances'published at 08:40 GMT
Sunderland 0-0 Man City
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola spoke to BBC MOTD: 'It was a tough place to come. We missed many chances in the six-yard box, not difficult ones. We didn't execute what we planned in the first half, but it was a good game overall.
'To break the lines, we need composure. The second half was better, and the guys gave it their all. We have to stay focused, as we have a challenging game against Chelsea in three days.
'We created enough chances in the second half with Savinho, Jeremy [Doku], Josko [Gvardiol], Phil [Foden], and Erling [Haaland]. We had many opportunities but couldn't convert them.'
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How things stand at halfwaypublished at 08:35 GMT
With 19 matches played and 19 more to go, Premier League leaders Arsenal hold a four-point lead over Manchester City. The Gunners have won 14 games, drawn three, and lost two, while City has won 13 and lost two.
Arsenal is six points ahead of Aston Villa and 12 points ahead of Liverpool, who are third and fourth, respectively.
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Postpublished at 08:32 GMT
Ben Ramsdale, BBC Sport
New Year's Day saw just two goals in four games, a stark contrast to the previous day's action.
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No goals but two recordspublished at 08:29 GMT
The Liverpool-Tottenham game ended goalless, but both teams broke records. Liverpool played their first 0-0 draw in 117 matches since December 2023 against Manchester United.
This also ended Tottenham's 137-game run in the Premier League without a goalless draw, with their last one against Brentford in May 2022.
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Man City held to goalless draw at Sunderlandpublished at 08:25 GMT
Sunderland 0-0 Man City
Manchester City was held to a goalless draw by Sunderland's impressive defense, falling four points behind leaders Arsenal in the Premier League title race.
Pep Guardiola's side had a frustrating draw at the Stadium of Light after dominating Aston Villa on Tuesday.
City had early warning signs when Bernardo Silva's goal was ruled out for offside. Haaland had a chance but struck straight at the goalkeeper. Sunderland created opportunities, but City's defense held firm.
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Get Involved - 'Palace need reinforcements and quick'published at 08:23 GMT
Palace needs reinforcements soon. Sarr is at the AFCON, there are injuries, and a small squad. Players are giving their best, but the workload is too much.
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Ekitike misses sitter as Leeds hold Liverpool at Anfieldpublished at 08:18 GMT
Liverpool 0-0 Leeds United
Hugo Ekitike missed an open goal, leading to a goalless draw between Liverpool and Leeds. Jeremie Frimpong's shot was met by Ekitike, who bizarrely headed the ball in the opposite direction.
The point extended Liverpool's unbeaten run to eight games and moved them three points clear of Chelsea, who are fifth.
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Superb Cairney strike earns Fulham point at Palacepublished at 08:13 GMT
Crystal Palace 1-1 Fulham
Tom Cairney's brilliant goal saved a point for Fulham and extended Palace's winless run in the Premier League. Palace had the better of the match until they faded after half-time, with Raul Jimenez hitting the post.
Fulham could have won, but Dean Henderson made a fine save, and Joachim Andersen blazed over from close range.
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Spurs held to draw on Frank's return to Brentfordpublished at 08:08 GMT
Brentford 0-0 Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham and Brentford drew goalless on Thomas Frank's return to the Gtech Community Stadium. The match lacked quality, with both teams struggling to create chances.
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Good morningpublished at 08:01 GMT
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