Maresca's City Debut Ends in Dramatic Comeback Win

Two goals in the final seven minutes turned defeat into victory at the Etihad.

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What happened. Manchester City came from behind to beat Bournemouth 2-1 in Enzo Maresca's first Premier League game in charge, with goals from Marc Guehi and Josko Gvardiol in the final seven minutes.

• Marcus Tavernier put Bournemouth ahead on 26 minutes.
• Guehi headed in from a Cherki corner to equalize.
• Gvardiol scored the winner after VAR overturned an offside flag.

Maresca's tenure starts with a win, but the performance raised questions about his tactical setup.

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