Cherki's impact sparks City comeback against Bournemouth in EPL opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 3:15 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Manchester City hosted AFC Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium on August 23. Bournemouth took the lead in the first half through Marcus Tavernier. City made a late surge, with Rayan Cherki assisting Marc Guéhi to equalize in the 84th minute. Cherki then set up Josko Gvardiol's goal in stoppage time, which was initially ruled offside before being validated by VAR. The match remains in progress, with City pushing for further goals.
- •Bournemouth scored first through Marcus Tavernier in the first half.
- •Cherki came on in the 63rd minute and had a crucial impact.
- •Guéhi equalized for City from a corner in the 84th minute.
- •Gvardiol scored in stoppage time after VAR review confirmed the goal.
- •The match is currently ongoing.
- 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — Gallery: Magical Cherki picks off Cherries!
"Match Report Gvardiol strike caps dramatic City comeback in Premier League opener Just before the half-hour mark at the Etihad Stadium, the visitors broke forward and went ahead from an assured finish...
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