Marc Guehi excels in midfield role for Manchester City against Bournemouth

Manchester City secured a 2-1 victory over Bournemouth on August 23, 2026, utilizing a tactical change in midfield. Enzo Maresca's selection of Marc Guehi, typically a center-back, to play in midfield proved effective. Guehi assisted in controlling possession and scored a headed goal late in the match. His performance follows a series of less cohesive displays from City's midfield in preseason. Maresca expressed satisfaction with Guehi's adaptability, revealing they had trained this approach prior to the match. Guehi credited his teammates for their support during the transition to this unfamiliar role.

• 6:05 AMYahoo Sports — Enzo Maresca found a temporary solution to the Manchester City midfield mix, which worked against Bournemouth