{"id":1166026,"date":"2026-08-24T04:54:31","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T04:54:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/1166026\/"},"modified":"2026-08-24T04:54:31","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T04:54:31","slug":"manchester-city-vs-bournemouth-live-result-and-reaction-from-dramatic-premier-league-clash-as-gvardiol-scores-dramatic-late-winner-for-marescas-first-win","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/1166026\/","title":{"rendered":"Manchester City vs Bournemouth LIVE: Result and reaction from dramatic Premier League clash as Gvardiol scores dramatic late winner for Maresca\u2019s first win"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/a>Dramatic comeback earns Enzo Maresca first Premier League win as Man City manager<\/p>\n

Josko Gvardiol<\/a> grabbed a stoppage-time winner at the Etihad Stadium after Marc Guehi<\/a> had cancelled out Marcus Tavernier\u2019s first-half strike with an 84th-minute header.<\/p>\n

Mike Jones23 August 2026 17:02<\/p>\n

<\/a>Follow Newcastle v Liverpool LIVE<\/p>\n

The Premier League action continues on Super Sunday with Newcastle hosting Liverpool. <\/p>\n

Before the game there were some emotional tributes paid to Kevin Keegan. <\/p>\n

Anthony Elanga then fired the hosts into the lead and Liverpool are trying to respond. <\/p>\n

Follow all the action here live: <\/p>\n

Mike Jones23 August 2026 16:50<\/p>\n

<\/a>Man City show determination<\/p>\n

Arsenal\u2019s victory over Coventry on Friday night proved that the champions will be the favourites to win the title again this year. <\/p>\n

Man City will want to challenge them and it is results like these that will be crucial to that effort. <\/p>\n

They were poor for the most part but managed to get over the line. <\/p>\n

That means they join seven other teams on three points after the opening matchday. <\/p>\n

A good start for Enzo Maresca. <\/p>\n

Mike Jones23 August 2026 16:41<\/p>\n

<\/a>Celebrations begin for Man City<\/p>\n

Manchester City begin their Premier League campaign with a late win and three points. <\/p>\n

The performance wasn\u2019t great but the result is all that matters for Enzo Maresca. <\/p>\n

\"\"(Getty)\"ManchesterManchester City’s Josko Gvardiol celebrates the winning goal, which was given by VAR (Reuters)<\/p>\n

Mike Jones23 August 2026 16:23<\/p>\n

<\/a>Gvardiol on his goal<\/p>\n

Josko Gvardiol spoke to Sky Sports after Man City\u2019s win. <\/p>\n

He said: “To be fair, I was quite sure I was onside, but it’s difficult, in that moment you are just waiting to see the referee’s reaction. I am glad in the end it’s a goal.<\/p>\n

“Every game is important, especially here in England. I would say the most important thing is that we won today. <\/p>\n

\u201cThere is another game, Crystal Palace away, which is going to be difficult as well.”<\/p>\n

Mike Jones23 August 2026 16:18<\/p>\n

<\/a>‘We know how important it is’<\/p>\n

Here are come thoughts from Man City\u2019s match winner, Josko Gvardiol. <\/p>\n

He said: “Everyone is proud in the moment, it’s the opening game of the season and we know how important it is, especially with all the changes we’ve had in the previous weeks. <\/p>\n

\u201cWe need to enjoy this, we deserve it and I’m happy with the three points.” <\/p>\n

\"\"(Getty)<\/p>\n

Mike Jones23 August 2026 16:14<\/p>\n

<\/a>City end Bournemouth’s run<\/p>\n

Bournemouth had been unbeaten since January but that run of 18 games without defeat is over. <\/p>\n

The Cherries were stubborn and composed but a couple of momentary lapses has cost them late in the game. <\/p>\n

Marco Rose was so close to a perfect start as Bournemouth boss but it was Enzo Maresca who took the spoils. <\/p>\n

Mike Jones23 August 2026 16:10<\/p>\n

<\/a>City have got away with one<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s Paul Robinson, former England goalkeeper, speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live. <\/p>\n

He said: \u201cIt’s a brilliant goal and it’s that man Rayan Cherki, you can only question why he has not started this game. <\/p>\n

\u201cHe pokes it through the gap in the Bournemouth defence and Josko Gvardiol’s first touch is equally as good. Then in one swift move he swivels and puts it in the corner.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt looks like Man City have got away with one.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"\"(Reuters)<\/p>\n

Mike Jones23 August 2026 16:01<\/p>\n

<\/a>FULL-TIME! Man City 2-1 Bournemouth<\/p>\n

The full-time whistle goes and Manchester City have a hard-fought win in their first game under Enzo Maresca!<\/p>\n

The Italian might not be too happy with the performance overall but he\u2019ll love what he saw in terms of City\u2019s attitude, and he can take encouragement from some aspects of the performance. <\/p>\n

As for Marco Rose, it\u2019s so disappointing to lose in that manner, but he will also take a lot of encouragement from what he saw this afternoon. <\/p>\n

Chris Wilson23 August 2026 15:56<\/p>\n

<\/a>Man City 2-1 Bournemouth<\/p>\n

Bournemouth win a free-kick but the flag goes up for offside, and that should be that!<\/p>\n

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