Manchester City saw their Premier League title ambitions dented after a dramatic 3-3 draw against Everton, handing a significant advantage to Arsenal in the title race.
- +Man City’s title hopes dented after stunning 3-3 draw at Everton
Jérémy Doku scored twice, including a stoppage-time equaliser, to salvage a point for City in a six-goal thriller.
Jérémy Doku scored twice, including a stoppage-time equaliser, to salvage a point for City in a six-goal thriller. However, the result leaves Pep Guardiola’s side five points behind Arsenal, albeit with a game in hand.
The Gunners now need to win their remaining three matches to secure a first league title in over two decades.
City appeared in control after a dominant first half, with Doku opening the scoring shortly before the break following a precise assist from Rayan Cherki.
However, a defensive collapse in the second half allowed Everton to turn the game on its head. Thierno Barry struck twice, while Jake O’Brien added a third as the hosts capitalised on a string of City errors.
City responded through Erling Haaland, who reduced the deficit, before Doku’s stunning late strike rescued a draw deep into stoppage time.
Despite the comeback, the dropped points could prove decisive in the title race, especially given Arsenal’s momentum heading into the final stretch of the season.
Mikel Arteta’s side now holds the initiative, knowing victories in their final three games will guarantee the title.
For City, the manner of their defensive lapses raises serious concerns as they attempt to keep pace in what has become an increasingly difficult title chase.
