Sergio Aguero said it was the goal that changed everything as he returned to Manchester City on Friday for the unveiling of a statue to recognise his famous title-winning strike.
The Argentinian hit City s stoppage-time winner against QPR on May 13, 2012, earning a 3-2 win that delivered a first top-flight title for the club since the 1967-68 season.
It marked the beginning of a spell of dominance for City, who are on the cusp of achieving a sixth Premier League crown in 11 seasons.
Aguero, who went on to become City s record scorer, left the club at the end of last season to join Barcelona and has since retired after a heart condition was detected.
He was guest of honour at the Etihad Stadium as a statue in his likeness was revealed, a full 10 years to the day since the goal against QPR.
The 33-year-old described that as the standout goal of his career.
Speaking to Sky Sports News and BBC Sport, Aguero said of his latest honour: For me, it is fantastic. I m very happy for the statue. Now I m enjoying it, you know.
It s special. For me, that moment changed my life, it changed the club, everything. It s the best moment in my life. That moment will always be in my heart.
We don t know what [would have] happened if we lost the Premier League that year, so that year changed everything.
When the Premier League asked its Twitter followers on Friday whether Aguero s goal was the most iconic moment in its 30-year history, Aguero replied to say, Of course , adding a laughter emoji.
Of course
— Sergio Kun Aguero (@aguerosergiokun)