Manchester City are set to face Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium today, Sunday, November 2, 2025, in a Premier League clash where City will be looking to leapfrog their high-flying opponents in the league table. Kick-off is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. GMT.
Bournemouth have enjoyed a strong start to the season and currently sit above Manchester City in the league standings. The Cherries have only lost one Premier League match this season, with their sole defeat coming against Liverpool. City, meanwhile, are aiming to bounce back from their recent 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa. Despite the loss, City returned to winning ways with a 3-1 victory over Swansea City in the Carabao Cup in midweek.
Team News
Manchester City received a boost with the return of Erling Haaland, who is fit to start after recovering from a knock sustained against Aston Villa. Rodri is also back in the squad, although he is unlikely to start. Mateo Kovacic remains doubtful due to an injury setback.
Bournemouth's only injury concern is Evanilson, but he has been training and is in contention to play. Eli Junior Kroupi is also in contention, having scored four goals in his last three Premier League appearances. Bournemouth will be relying on Antoine Semenyo.
Predicted Lineups
Manchester City: Donnarumma, Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O'Reilly, Gonzalez, Reijnders, Bernardo, Foden, Doku, Haaland.
Bournemouth: Petrovic, Jimenez, Diakite, Senesi, Truffert, Scott, Adams, Tavernier, Brooks, Semenyo, Kroupi.
Form
Manchester City's recent form has been mixed, with a loss to Aston Villa in the Premier League but a win against Swansea City in the Carabao Cup. Bournemouth are currently on an eight-game unbeaten run in the Premier League.
Head-to-Head Record
Manchester City have a dominant record against Bournemouth, winning four of the last five encounters. Bournemouth's sole victory came at the Vitality Stadium last season. Man City have won all eight of their Premier League home games against Bournemouth.
What to Expect
Manchester City are favorites for the match, but Bournemouth's strong form this season suggests they will be a tough opponent. The game is likely to be open, with both teams having the potential to score.
