Arsenal sit top of the Premier League tree at Christmas after drawing in an enthralling battle against Liverpool at Anfield as the race for the title prepares to enter the second half of the season.
Manchester United again failed to build any momentum as they followed up their goalless draw against Liverpool with a lacklustre defeat against West Ham that in the end was far too comfortable for the Hammers.
Elsewhere, Dominic Solanke led Bournemouth to victory against Nottingham Forest with a stunning hat-trick at the City Ground and Luton continued their quest for survival by beating Newcastle.