Marco Rose pre-Man City press conference recap

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·20 August 2026

Marco Rose addressed the media before Bournemouth's first Premier League game against Manchester City, outlining the key themes ahead of the fixture.

According to Bournemouth Echo, the briefing covered preparations, player fitness and his expectations for the match.

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Rose spoke about how the team have been preparing, with work tailored towards what they will face.

He also discussed player fitness and availability, with an emphasis on readiness for selection.

Looking ahead, Rose set out what he expects from the contest, keeping attention on performance levels going into kick-off.

Source: Bournemouth Echo

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