Where to Watch Manchester City vs Bournemouth
Mark your calendars! You can catch the thrilling clash between **Manchester City and Bournemouth** live in the Premier League. Tune in at **8 PM** on **Tuesday, May 20** on **Sky Sports Main Event** and **Sky Sports Premier League**.
Manchester City vs Bournemouth: Predictions & Best Bet
Bet Recommendation: Bournemouth or Draw Double Chance
**Stake: 1 pt @ 13-8**
*Available at Betfair, Paddy Power*
Latest Odds: Manchester City vs Bournemouth
Here are the most recent odds for the much-anticipated showdown between **Manchester City** and **Bournemouth** in the Premier League:
Odds are accurate at the time of publishing.
Manchester City vs Bournemouth: Predictions
After a **disappointing FA Cup final** defeat to Crystal Palace, **Manchester City** finds itself in a precarious position. With a low morale potentially dampening their spirits, this critical encounter against Bournemouth could prove more challenging than expected.
Several City players may be eager to close the chapter on a season that hasn’t lived up to expectations. Pep Guardiola’s team faces a crucial task, battling for the final Champions League spots against multiple rivals.
Guardiola’s comments about not risking Mateo Kovacic’s fitness for the cup final underscore the significance of this match against Bournemouth. While some players may be fixated on Wembley memories, they must quickly shift their focus if they hope to secure a vital win.
City showcased moments of brilliance despite their cup exit, outshooting their opponents 23 to 7, but defensive vulnerabilities were evident, especially against swift counter-attacks. Bournemouth, known for their pace upfront, could exploit similar weaknesses.
Although Bournemouth slipped into the bottom half, they still have plenty to fight for, with aspirations of finishing in **eighth place**, which could mean a shot at **European football**. After a **1-0 loss** to Aston Villa, they are eager to bounce back with a commendable performance against a heavyweight opponent.
Having already secured victories over **Arsenal** and **Newcastle**, Bournemouth enters this game with a hint of confidence from their **2-1 win** in the reverse fixture last November. Remarkably, they’ve lost just *once* away from home in 2025, making this matchup all the more intriguing.
Key Stats
Bournemouth has lost only **one of their last 13** away games. Can they maintain this impressive form at the Etihad?
Team News and Lineups
Manchester City
Injuries: Rodri (knee), Oscar Bobb and John Stones (thigh), Nathan Ake (ankle) missed the FA Cup final. Mateo Kovacic (knock) is a potential returnee.
Bournemouth
Injuries: Alex Scott (fractured jaw) joins Enes Unal (knee), Ryan Christie, Dango Ouattara (both groin), and Luis Sinisterra (thigh) on the sidelines.
Predicted Lineups
Manchester City (4-2-3-1)
Ederson; Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly; Silva, Kovacic; Savinho, De Bruyne, Foden; Haaland.
Subs: Akanji, Marmoush, Doku, Echeverri, Gonzalez, Grealish, Gundogan.
Bournemouth (4-2-3-1)
Kepa; Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Adams, Cook; Tavernier, Kluivert, Semenyo; Evanilison.
Subs: Senesi, Araujo, Brooks, Jebbison, Hill, Soler, Winterburn.
Bet Builder Player Stats
| Manchester City | Bournemouth | |
|---|---|---|
| Star Man | Erling Haaland | Justin Kluivert |
| Top Goalscorer | Erling Haaland (21) | Justin Kluivert (12) |
| Penalty Taker | Erling Haaland | Justin Kluivert |
| Most Assists | Savinho (8) | Justin Kluivert (6) |
| Most Shots | Erling Haaland (103) | Antoine Semenyo (120) |
| Most Cards | Bernardo Silva (7) | Antoine Semenyo/Dean Huijsen (9) |
| Aerial Threat | Ruben Dias | Dean Huijsen |
Bet Builder Predictions
Over 2.5 Goals
Expect a more open game against Bournemouth, where goals could flow freely after City’s defensive vulnerabilities have been exposed.
Antoine Semenyo to Score Anytime
Semenyo netted the opener in the last meeting and offers good value to score at the Etihad.
Lewis Cook to be Carded
Playing in a deeper midfield role, Cook is likely to face increased caution from referees.
Payout at 23-1 with Paddy Power!
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