Defending champions failed to end the year on a high, as they were forced to settle for a draw against a relentless Everton leaving them 7 points adrift of table-toppers Arsenal.
Manchester City were involved in a feisty contest at the Etihad Stadium against Everton clearly showing their wounds after the contest ended at 1-1.
Defender John Stones expressed how the single point was "difficult to take", leaving the title holders 7 points adrift of table toppers Arsenal.
Norwegian striker Erling Haaland was miffed with Everton's Ben Godfrey after the latter engaged in a rough tackle leaving him to require treatment. Haaland, however, replied strongly scoring the match's opening goal in the 24th minute.
The match witnessed a tumultuous second half with Everton's Demarai Gray equalling the score after Rodri's poor showing led to him conceding the ball away.
The Pep Guardiola-managed side had the opportunity to close the gap with Arsenal but squandered massively. City continue their hunt to win a third successive Premier League title, but dropping points in crucial matches is not helping their case.