It is not in our hands – Pep Guardiola accepts Man City face uphill title battle

After being 1-0 down at half-time, Pep Guardiola said Everton "came back and made a proper English game, so aggressive in the duels"

Manchester City trail Arsenal by five points though Pep Guardiola's team have a game in hand. Pic: Peter Byrne/PA Wire.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola praised the determination of his side after they snatched a dramatic 3-3 draw at Everton but knows they face an uphill battle in the Premier League title race.

City had looked in control when 1-0 up at half-time following Jeremy Doku’s opening goal of a dramatic night.