Man City led 1-0 after the first half, but then let Everton score 3 goals in a row. In a difficult situation, Guardiola's team showed a tenacious fighting spirit when equalizing 3-3.
This result makes Man City only 71 points, 5 points behind Arsenal and having played one match less. They are facing a major disadvantage in the Premier League title race after drawing with Everton. However, coach Pep Guardiola emphasized that they will not give up.
“We played excellently in the first half. Everton's fitness was very good, making the match difficult. In the second half, they played better. We lost control of the match and conceded goals. Then, they returned and played in true English football, very fierce in the tackles. But overall, we had a really good performance.
It's not easy at all because Everton defends very well, with a large number of players on the field and transitions with Beto and Dewsbury-Hall. Playing against Everton away from home is always a difficult match and I have to praise their composure and determination.
We accept a draw, that's better than losing. Man City played to win. That shows the team spirit of the players. Before this match, everything was in our hands, but now not. We will prepare for the match against Brentford and the remaining matches in the Premier League and wait and see what happens," coach Guardiola said.
In the remaining matches, Man City will face Brentford, Bournemouth, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace. Meanwhile, Arsenal will face West Ham, Burnley and Crystal Palace. The Gunners' schedule is considered lighter than Man City's.
According to English football experts, if Arsenal defeats West Ham in the next round away from home, they are almost certain to win the Premier League title. West Ham is in a relegation race with Tottenham. The match against Arsenal is of vital importance to them, so they will put all their minds into this confrontation.
Like Guardiola, captain Bernardo Silva still hopes Man City will surpass Arsenal at the end of the season. He said: “The equalizing goal 3-3 gives us a little more hope in the championship race, but this is definitely a disappointing night for Man City.
Surely, we will fight to the end as always. The result of this match puts us in a difficult position in the Premier League. But in football, anything can happen.
