Bournemouth prepares for challenging start under new manager Marco Rose
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 11:52 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Bournemouth will begin the new EPL season on the road against Manchester City, a fixture described as a "baptism of fire" for new manager Marco Rose, according to former player Steve Fletcher. The Cherries' opening month also includes matches against Everton, Newcastle, Brentford, and Liverpool. Fletcher suggests that facing City after the World Cup could present a unique opportunity for the team to catch them off-guard, emphasizing the potential benefits of beginning the campaign against a strong opponent. Bournemouth aims to build on their historical success against City as they look to establish momentum in the new season.
- •Bournemouth travels to Manchester City for the season opener.
- •Marco Rose begins his tenure as the Cherries' new manager.
- •Fletcher believes the first game could favor Bournemouth due to players' World Cup commitments.
- •Following City, Bournemouth hosts Everton and visits Newcastle.
- •The team also has fixtures against Brentford and Liverpool in their early season schedule.
- 11:52 AMYahoo Sports — 'A baptism of fire' for Rose - Fletcher
""A baptism of fire" for new manager Marco Rose is what Steve Fletcher thinks of Bournemouth's opening fixtures. The Cherries are set to travel to Manchester City on the first day of the new campaign, then host Everton, followed by a visit to Newcastle, before hosting Brentford and Liverpool. Former Bournemouth forward Steve Fletcher thinks the first game might be the "best time" to play City, following the World Cup.
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