Maresca's City debut: two late goals sink Bournemouth 2-1

Manchester City trailed Bournemouth for over eighty minutes before scoring twice from the 84th minute onward to win 2-1 at the Etihad on 23 August 2026. Josko Gvardiol capped the turnaround. It was Enzo Maresca's first Premier League match as City manager. He called it "a perfect day." Substitute Ryan Cherki drew praise for his impact.