{
  "id": 2919067,
  "title": "Cherki comes off bench to inspire City’s 2-1 comeback against Bournemouth",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/cherki-comes-off-bench-to-inspire-citys-2-1-comeback-against",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-24T01:37:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/sports/2026/08/24/cherki-comes-off-bench-to-inspire-citys-2-1-comeback-against-bournemouth/232452"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester City secured an incredible 2-1 victory over Bournemouth on Tuesday, thanks to a dramatic late comeback spearheaded by Rayan Cherki. The playmaker was initially left on the bench by new boss Enzo Maresca, who chose Phil Foden and Antoine Semenyo instead. However, with the team trailing to Marcus Tavernier's early goal, Maresca made a crucial substitution in the 62nd minute. Cherki, who has been dealing with a World Cup hangover, came on as a fresh option and immediately made his presence felt. He headed in a corner from Marc Guehi in the 84th minute, equalizing, and then delivered a pinpoint pass for Josko Gvardiol, who netted the winning goal just two minutes later with stoppage time. Maresca praised Cherki's impact, describing him as \"unbelievable\" and stating that his inclusion was a smart plan. While Cherki's volatile personality and flamboyant style may have annoyed Pep Guardiola last season, Maresca had no issues with his character or ability. The victory marked Maresca's first win since replacing Guardiola and proved to be a joyous occasion for both the players and fans.",
  "summary": "MANCHESTER, Aug 24 — Enzo Maresca revealed Rayan Cherki was frustrated to be left on the bench before the &l...",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "'Unbelievable' Cherki proves his point to Man City boss Maresca",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/unbelievable-cherki-proves-his-point-to-man-city-boss-maresca",
        "published": "2026-08-24T02:27:54.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}