Frank Christian
Pep Guardiola is facing yet another setback.
After a disappointing FA Cup final defeat against Crystal Palace and only managing to secure the Community Shield, Manchester City currently find themselves outside of the Champions League qualifications with just two matches left in the season.
The potential disaster of missing out on the elite European tournament is now real, and City desperately needs a victory against Bournemouth to alleviate those worries as they return to league play.
Securing a Champions League spot has emerged as City’s top priority. Chelsea and Aston Villa’s wins earlier in Matchday 37 pushed Guardiola’s team below the top five, resulting in a likely Europa League berth for next season.
Fans are hoping that City can surpass Aston Villa and head into their final game against Fulham with their fate in their own hands. However, the recent FA Cup disappointment demands a swift and strong response from the team.
Bournemouth’s aspirations for European competition were dashed with Crystal Palace’s FA Cup victory. Without the UEFA Conference League spot that would have opened up with a City win, Andoni Iraola’s squad must be content with the improvements they’ve shown this season.
For this fixture, Spreadex lists Manchester City as 1/2 favorites, with Bournemouth’s chances at 24/5 for a win and a draw set at 18/5.
The Sporting News provides insights and tips for this pivotal Premier League encounter at the Etihad.
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Predictions, tips, and odds for the Man City vs. Bournemouth match
Over 2.5 goals + Both Teams To Score @ 1.4/1 (10bet)
Bournemouth might just be the perfect team for Man City to regain their momentum. City has celebrated victories in their last four encounters against Bournemouth at the Etihad, scoring at least three goals in each match. They can draw motivation from their last two home clashes with the Cherries, resulting in commanding wins of 4-0 and 6-1. Even after suffering recent defeats at this venue, Bournemouth has managed to find the net in three of their last contests.
First goal to be scored within the first 10 minutes @ 31/10 (AK Bets)
With an urgent need to secure a victory, City is skilled at making an early impact. Despite a couple of matches without finding the net, they previously demonstrated their ability to strike quickly. For example, Rico Lewis scored just 70 seconds into a game against Nottingham Forest, and Bernardo Silva netted within the first seven minutes against Aston Villa. If Guardiola’s men come out strong, Bournemouth may struggle right from the start, making this AK Bets selection an intriguing option.
Expected scoreline and likely outcomes for Man City vs. Bournemouth
Here’s a summary of the probable outcomes for the Man City vs. Bournemouth matchup, based on betway, offering a £30 free matched bet if your first acca loses, along with a £30 Uber Eats voucher for newcomers.
* Odds accurate at the time of publication and may vary
Viewing information for Man City vs. Bournemouth in the Premier League
- Date: Tuesday, May 20
- Location: Etihad Stadium, Manchester
- Kick-off: 20:00 BST
- Broadcast/Stream: Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League/Sky Go & Now TV
