What was the result of the Arsenal vs Liverpool match on Thursday?

Arsenal drew 0-0 with Liverpool on Thursday.

How many points ahead is Arsenal after the Liverpool draw?

Arsenal is now six points ahead of their closest rivals after the draw.

What did Mikel Arteta say about his team's Christmas period?

Arteta praised his players for their remarkable performance and ability to maintain a strong position despite numerous challenges during the Christmas period.

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Gunners Held to Draw, Lead Slashed

9 Jan

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Summary

Arsenal drew 0-0 with Liverpool, reducing their league lead.
Conor Bradley hit the crossbar for Liverpool in the first half.
Manager praises players for remarkable Christmas period performance.

Arsenal's lead at the top of the Premier League has been reduced to six points after they were held to a goalless draw by defending champions Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on Thursday. The stalemate means the Gunners could not extend their advantage over closest competitors Manchester City and Aston Villa.

Conor Bradley came close for Liverpool, striking the crossbar in the first half. In stoppage time, Gabriel Magalhães had Arsenal's best opportunity but headed wide. Manager Mikel Arteta, while acknowledging the draw felt like a missed opportunity, highly praised his players for their exceptional performance over the demanding Christmas period, navigating numerous challenges.

Arteta reflected on the league's intense competitiveness, noting that every point is a hard-won battle, a sentiment he believes is shared across all teams since August. He expressed immense pride in his squad's resilience and ability to secure a strong league position despite the immense difficulties they have faced.