A dramatic late equalizer by Jeremy Doku salvaged a point for Manchester City in their match against Everton F.C. on May 4, 2026. The game ended in a 3-3 draw at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool, keeping the title race firmly in Arsenal’s hands.
The match began with Everton taking an early lead. Thierno Barry scored two goals, putting Everton ahead with a strong performance. However, Manchester City responded with goals from Doku and Erling Haaland.
Match statistics:
- Final score: 3-3
- Goals by Manchester City: Jeremy Doku (2), Erling Haaland (1)
- Goals by Everton: Thierno Barry (2), Jake O’Brien (1)
- Possession: Manchester City 75%, Everton 25%
- Total shots: Manchester City 16, Everton 11
- Shots on target: Manchester City 4, Everton 6
- Expected goals (xG): Manchester City 1.44, Everton 2.77
Pep Guardiola commented on the outcome, stating, “It’s better to have the point than no point. It would have been better to win the game.” David Moyes also acknowledged Doku’s skill, saying, “That was disappointing, but it was a brilliant finish by Doku. You have to give him credit for that.”
This draw leaves Manchester City six points behind Arsenal in the Premier League standings. Arsenal is now five points clear of Manchester City with only two matches remaining for Guardiola’s side.
If Arsenal wins their final three matches, they will be crowned champions of the Premier League.