In a fiery post-match exchange, Pep Guardiola didn't hold back after Everton defender Michael Keane's heavy tackle on Jeremy Doku during Monday night's dramatic 3-3 draw. The challenge, which came late in the first half, left the Belgian winger down for nearly a minute as he received treatment on the pitch.

Despite loud protests from the Manchester City bench and players, referee Michael Oliver only showed a yellow card to Keane—a decision that sparked intense debate. Guardiola, clearly frustrated, deflected questions about the tackle with a sharp retort: "Your pundits can say it," pointing to the experts to judge whether the challenge deserved a red.

The match itself was a rollercoaster. City took an early lead through a stunning Doku opener, only to see Everton storm back with three goals in the second half. Erling Haaland pulled one back, and Doku saved the day with a 97th-minute equalizer to salvage a point. But the result leaves City five points behind league leaders Arsenal, who now have a golden chance to claim their first title in over two decades.

For Guardiola, the physical treatment of his star player is a growing concern, especially with the FA Cup Final against Chelsea on the horizon. Doku has been a key figure in recent weeks, and any injury would be a heavy blow. As the title race tightens, every tackle—and every decision—matters more than ever.