Marco Rose begins Premier League career with Bournemouth at Manchester City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 7:08 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Marco Rose made his Premier League debut as Bournemouth's new head coach against Manchester City on August 26, 2026. The match started promisingly for Rose, who saw his team close to securing a win, leading until late in the game. However, two late goals from City resulted in a painful loss for the Cherries. Despite the defeat, Rose observed potential in his squad, which finished sixth last season, providing a base for future development under his leadership.
- •Marco Rose managed Bournemouth in his Premier League opener.
- •Bournemouth led early but conceded two late goals to Manchester City.
- •The defeat marks a disappointing start for Rose’s tenure.
- •Rose expressed both frustration and hope for the team's potential.
- •Bournemouth aims to improve from last season's sixth-place finish.
- 7:08 AMYahoo Sports — How did Rose fare in his Premier League opener?
"Premier League history was made before a ball was even kicked this season as a record nine clubs started the campaign with new managers. The post-Andoni Iraola has begun at Bournemouth under new head coach Marco Rose, who last managed RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga. The German successor came within six minutes of starting his Premier League career with a statement win at Manchester City, only to concede two late goals to suffer a heartbreaking loss.
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