Gvardiol rescues result for Maresca - player ratings for Man City v Bournemouth

Gianluigi Donnarumma had little to work with as Bournemouth took the lead, yet he made exceptional saves to nullify Justin Kluivert's low effort and Daniel Jebbison's flicked header. Rico Lewis, playing right-back, had an early shot saved and showed limited quality overall before being substituted. Abdukodir Khusanov's challenge on Rayan led to the opening goal but he couldn't recover to stop Bournemouth's effort.

Ruben Dias, the new captain, contributed to Bournemouth's opener by failing to head over a long ball. Josko Gvardiol, playing left-back, was absent for the opening goal but came through with an injury time winner. Marc Guehi, in an unfamiliar midfield role, scored a late equaliser. Elliot Anderson, the club record signing, demonstrated his potential with his work rate and stopping danger.

Antoine Semenyo, who showed promise in pre-season, couldn't make an impact in this match. Nico O'Reilly played as number 10 but failed to create notable opportunities and was substituted. Phil Foden started brightly but faded away. Erling Haaland, sporting a new haircut, missed an easy chance in the first half and also missed another in the second half.

Matheus Nunes on as Lewis had no standout moments. Rayan Cherki came on and altered the game for City, providing two assists and is likely to start against Crystal Palace on Friday. Mateo Kovacic on as Anderson should have started in midfield instead of Guehi. The unused substitutes included Rulli, Marmoush, Gonzalez, Ait-Nouri, and Reis.

Mateo Kovacic came in for Guehi and emerged victorious, displaying his midfield mastery. Adam Smith, the team captain, kept Semenyo under control throughout the game. Antonio Silva, the debutant centre-back, showed he can compete with Haaland and was booked for dissent. James Hill continued his strong form from last season, contributing solidly in goal.

Lewis Cook put in an unnoticed but crucial performance, proving to be a reliable team player. Marcus Tavernier converted the opening goal and nearly added another before halftime. Justin Kluivert, another key player for Bournemouth, caused City issues and was unlucky not to score. Rayan contributed significantly to the goal, forcing Donnarumma into a good save.

Evanilson, who picked out Tavernier well with a low cross, received a yellow card. Daniel Jebbison, who came on for Evanilson, also contributed a good save.