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Manchester City faces injury challenges ahead of Bournemouth match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:09 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Manchester City faces injury challenges ahead of Bournemouth match

Summary

Manchester City begins its 2026–27 Premier League season against Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium on August 23. Jérémy Doku will miss the match due to a calf injury. Bournemouth faces greater difficulties, with at least seven first-team players unavailable, including Eli Junior Kroupi and Ryan Christie due to suspension. Managers Enzo Maresca and Marco Rose face significant selection dilemmas as they prepare for kickoff. The full impact of these injuries on the teams' lineups will become clearer when official lineups are announced.

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Status Watch

•Jérémy Doku is out for Manchester City with a calf injury.
•Bournemouth has at least seven key players unavailable.
•Eli Junior Kroupi is out until November after foot surgery.
•Ryan Christie is suspended for Bournemouth.
•Matheus Nunes is back for Manchester City after a minor injury.

Latest Updates

2:09 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester City vs Bournemouth Injury News: Major Absences Create Fresh Problems Before Kick-Off

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Manchester City begin their 2026–27 Premier League campaign against Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday with injury concerns affecting both squads. Man City vs Bournemouth injury news has centered on Jérémy Doku, who is the only confirmed injury absentee for the home side.Doku will miss the match after suffering a calf injury during the […] The post Manchester City vs Bournemouth Injury News: Major Absences Create Fresh Problems Before Kick-Off appeared first on HEAVY.
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