Rayan Cherki assisted both Manchester City goals in their 2–1 comeback win over Bournemouth on the 2026–27 Premier League opening weekend.
Cherki came off the bench shortly after the hour mark and immediately changed the match. He supplied the corner for Manchester City’s equaliser and then created the opportunity for the winning goal with an intricate pass.
Manchester City had fallen behind to Bournemouth but scored twice in the closing stages. Marcus Tavernier put Bournemouth ahead, while Cherki’s involvement helped City turn the match around through goals from Tavernier’s opponents and Joško Gvardiol.
The result began Enzo Maresca’s reign as Manchester City manager with a victory. It also ended Bournemouth’s 18-match unbeaten league run, making the comeback important beyond the opening-day points.