In a thrilling Premier League encounter that had fans on the edge of their seats until the very last second, Manchester City snatched a dramatic 3-3 draw against Everton at Goodison Park. The match will be remembered for Jeremy Doku's last-gasp equalizer, which arrived at 96 minutes and 49 seconds—making it the third-latest goal City have scored in Premier League history since records began in 2006-07.

That dramatic strike puts Doku in elite company, trailing only John Stones' 97th-minute winner against Arsenal in September 2024 and Gabriel Jesus' 96th-minute goal against Everton back in February 2019. It's the kind of stat that makes you appreciate just how special these late-game heroics are for the reigning champions.

Pep Guardiola, never one to mince words, gave a typically measured response when speaking to BBC's Match of the Day. "As always, the result is the result," he said, clearly frustrated but philosophical. "In the second half we gave away some balls. We didn't have that intention to attack a little bit more, but it's normal. They made a step-up, and they were so incredible in the duels. The British Premier League—we know that."

When asked about a contentious challenge on Doku by Michael Keane, Guardiola was characteristically tight-lipped. "What do you think? It is for the pundits. I know exactly. It is not necessary," he said, hinting at his frustration without diving into controversy. "Listen, I can talk about a lot of points this season. It is not necessary. If you don't know me after 10 seasons that I am not going to talk about that after what has happened. We take a point."

The City boss did have praise for his winger's performance, though. "Top goals. The final third is how we create that situation. It is top, and it is outstanding. So it is difficult. The game is physical. We were there, we missed the first half to capitalise a little bit better."

Doku himself gave an honest assessment of the game to Sky Sports. "First half we played well and created a lot of chances. We know if we don't score those chances it is going to get difficult at the end," he admitted. "Obviously, they are at their own stadium, they create chances, and they are dangerous, and they scored two goals, but I think we gave them the game. Good that we came back because one point is not bad in games like this."

The Belgian winger also broke down the tactical challenge Everton posed. "Difficult because they had players in the box. Whenever we arrive at the byline it is difficult because there is a lot of players there. We scored, then it was more open. Second half we were too sloppy."

He acknowledged the shift in momentum after City took the lead. "I think we were winning, so they started to press more, and they are more aggressive as well, and then it's on us to stay calm in those situations. We know that one point can be important at the end. Happy to score and happy to help the team."

For City fans, this was a game that showcased both the team's resilience and their vulnerability—qualities that will define their title defense as the season wears on. And for any neutral, it was a reminder of why the Premier League remains the most unpredictable and exciting league in the world.