Chelsea dropped five points in its last three games during the festive period . But Manchester City prospered in the Premier League , taking 10 of 12 points . Other teams to excel included Harry Kane 's Tottenham and Southampton . That 'honor ' went to Neil Warnock at Palace following a 3-1 home defeat to Southampton on Boxing Day . Arsenal , Crystal Palace and West Bromwich Albion all struggled , though .
Chelsea dropped five points in its last three games during the festive period . But Manchester City prospered in the Premier League , taking 10 of 12 points . Other teams to excel included Harry Kane 's Tottenham and Southampton . Arsenal , Crystal Palace and West Bromwich Albion all struggled , though .