The Premier League's New Year's Day fixtures saw a surprising goal drought, with three matches ending in 0-0 draws. Manchester City's stalemate at Sunderland allowed Arsenal to extend their lead to four points. Liverpool also drew 0-0 at home against Leeds United, while Tottenham Hotspur was held to a goalless draw by Brentford. Fulham secured a 1-1 draw with a late equalizer against Crystal Palace.