- Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025
- Kick-off: 8:00 PM BST
- Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester
📊 Recent Form
Manchester City
- Last 5 Matches (All Competitions): W-D-W-W-D
- League Position: 3rd
Key Notes:
Recently secured a 2-1 victory over Bournemouth in the FA Cup quarter-finals.
Erling Haaland has scored in his last three appearances, showcasing a return to form.
Manager Pep Guardiola has expressed concerns over fixture congestion, with this match coming just 72 hours after their 1-0 FA Cup final defeat against Crystal Palace.
Bournemouth
- Last 5 Matches (All Competitions): W-D-L-L-L
- League Position: 10th
Key Notes:
Achieved a historic 2-1 win over Manchester City earlier this season, marking their first-ever victory against the Citizens .
Antoine Semenyo has been a standout performer, reaching double figures in goals this season .
🔍 Head-to-Head
Total Meetings: 22
- Manchester City Wins: 19
- Draws: 2
- Bournemouth Wins: 1
Manchester City has historically dominated this fixture, but Bournemouth's recent win adds an intriguing narrative to this encounter.
🏥 Team News
Manchester City
Injuries:
- Rodri: Out for the season with a torn ACL.
- Nathan Ake & Manuel Akanji: Sidelined with muscle injuries.
- John Stones: Recovering from a thigh problem.
- Oscar Bobb: Doubtful due to a leg injury.
Suspensions:
- None reported.
Bournemouth
Injuries:
- Enes Unal: Out for the season with a knee injury.
- Ryan Christie: Dealing with a groin issue.
Suspensions:
- Milos Kerkez & Dean Huijsen: Both suspended for this match .
🔑 Key Players
Manchester City:
- Erling Haaland: With 30 goals this season, he remains City's primary attacking threat.
- Omar Marmoush: The January signing has made an immediate impact, including a hat-trick against Newcastle and a decisive goal against Bournemouth in the FA Cup .
Bournemouth:
- Antoine Semenyo: His pace and finishing have been crucial for the Cherries, especially in big matches.
- Justin Kluivert: Offers creativity and flair on the wings, posing a threat to City's full-backs.
📈 Match Prediction
Given Manchester City's depth and attacking prowess, especially at home, they are favored to secure a win. However, Bournemouth's recent victory over City and their attacking capabilities suggest they can find the net.
- Predicted Score: Manchester City 3-1 Bournemouth
💰 Betting Tips
- Manchester City to Win: Considering their home advantage and squad depth.
- Both Teams to Score: Bournemouth has shown they can breach City's defense.
- Erling Haaland to Score Anytime: After two games without a goal, the City striker is due to find the back of the net.
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