What was the final score of Manchester City versus Bournemouth in the 2026–27 Premier League opening round?
Answer
Manchester City won 2–1
Manchester City won 2–1 against Bournemouth in the 2026–27 Premier League opening round.
The match was played at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday 23 August 2026. Bournemouth led for much of the contest, but Manchester City scored twice late in the match to complete a comeback and take three points.
The victory gave Manchester City a winning start under a new manager, Enzo Maresca, who had taken charge after Pep Guardiola’s departure. The result was one of three Sunday matches, alongside Brighton & Hove Albion versus Aston Villa and Newcastle United versus Liverpool.
The 2–1 scoreline can be confused with the 2–2 draw between Newcastle and Liverpool or the 3–2 result in the Monday match between Fulham and Chelsea. Manchester City’s game was specifically a one-goal comeback win over Bournemouth.