Joško Gvardiol scored Manchester City’s late winner against Bournemouth in the 2026–27 Premier League opener.
Manchester City defeated AFC Bournemouth 2–1 at the Etihad Stadium on 23 August 2026. Bournemouth led for much of the match, but City produced two late goals to complete the comeback.
Gvardiol supplied the decisive moment, scoring in the second minute of stoppage time. His goal followed Marcus Tavernier’s equaliser in the 84th minute and ensured that City opened the season with a victory.
The result was notable beyond the scoreline because it began Enzo Maresca’s tenure as Manchester City manager. It also illustrated the club’s ability to recover late in matches, with the winning goal arriving after Bournemouth had held the advantage deep into the second half.