Manchester City have dominated AFC Bournemouth across 19 competitive meetings, winning 18 times while Bournemouth claimed their only victory on November 2, 2024. The Premier League fixture list on May 17, 2026, pairs these clubs at Vitality Stadium, and the data paints a lopsided picture.

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Head-to-Head Meetings: 19 · Man City Wins: 18 · Bournemouth Wins: 1 · Draws: 0 · Man City Rank: 2nd · Bournemouth Rank: 11th

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact player-specific stats for the upcoming 2026 fixture
  • Injury and lineup details for the May 17, 2026 Round 37 match
  • Current precise PL standings as of 2026
3Timeline signal
4What’s next
  • Premier League Round 37 fixture: AFC Bournemouth vs Man City on May 17, 2026 at Vitality Stadium (FotMob match schedule)
  • FA Cup 2025: City beat Bournemouth 2-1 on March 30, 2025 (11v11 match archive)

What rank is Bournemouth vs Man City?

Manchester City currently sit 2nd in the Premier League standings, while AFC Bournemouth occupy 11th place. According to data from SoccerPunter, the gap in league position reflects a broader pattern: City have been a top-2 or top-4 side for most of the past decade, while Bournemouth have oscillated between mid-table survival and lower-half finishes since their 2015 promotion.

Current league positions

The 2nd-versus-11th split represents the teams’ relative competitive strength heading into their next fixture. City have secured 9 away wins in the current PL season, a mark that places them among the league’s most reliable travellers. Bournemouth, by contrast, have managed just 1 away victory, according to SoccerPunter, highlighting their reliance on Vitality Stadium form.

Season performance comparison

  • Man City: strong season, multiple competition runs intact, high goals-per-game ratio
  • Bournemouth: mid-table security, mixed home/away split, fighting for top-half finish
  • Advanced metrics from One vs One show City conceding 0.78 goals per 90 minutes versus Bournemouth’s 1.22
Bottom line: The 2nd-place standing means City control tempo and shape fixtures; Bournemouth at 11th typically look to exploit home conditions at Vitality Stadium to compensate.

Bournemouth vs Manchester City live score, H2H and lineups

The most complete head-to-head record comes from 11v11, which tracks every competitive meeting between the clubs. Across all competitions, the overall tally stands at 21 City wins, 2 draws, and 1 Bournemouth win. In Premier League-specific meetings since 2015, City have won 18 of 19, with Bournemouth’s single victory arriving on November 2, 2024, in a 2-1 home result.

Live score updates

For those following the next fixture, the May 17, 2026 Premier League Round 37 match at Vitality Stadium will be covered live across FotMob and Sofascore, both of which provide real-time stats, possession percentages, and key event markers.

Key H2H stats

  • 19 total meetings: City 18 wins, Bournemouth 1 win, 0 draws
  • Total goals: City 56, Bournemouth 13 (a 4:1 ratio)
  • Both teams scored in 6 of the last 7 H2H matches, per 365Scores
  • City’s shots on target (86) outnumber Bournemouth’s (77) in sampled matches, according to One vs One
The upshot

Even when Bournemouth trouble the scoreline, City’s offensive output typically overwhelms. The 56-versus-13 goals tally across 19 meetings shows that for every Bournemouth goal, City score roughly four.

Man City vs Bournemouth last 5 games

Looking at the five most recent Premier League encounters paints a clear picture of City’s dominance. The record shows City winning four of those five, with Bournemouth’s solitary positive result still weeks away from being known at the time of writing.

Recent match results

  • May 20, 2025: Man City 3-1 Bournemouth (Premier League)
  • March 30, 2025: AFC Bournemouth 1-2 Man City (FA Cup)
  • February 24, 2024: AFC Bournemouth 0-1 Man City (Premier League)
  • November 4, 2023: Man City 6-1 Bournemouth (Premier League)
  • August 13, 2022: Man City 4-0 Bournemouth (Premier League)

Goal scorers and stats

The 6-1 thrashing at Etihad Stadium in November 2023 remains the most lopsided result in recent memory. City’s attacking metrics shine across these fixtures: an average of 1.89 goals per 90 minutes versus Bournemouth’s 1.78, per One vs One. The February 2024 visit to Vitality Stadium saw a tighter affair—a 1-0 away win—reflecting Bournemouth’s tendency to close ranks at home.

Manchester City won each of their first 14 Premier League meetings with Bournemouth. — Sports Mole (Premier League football analysis outlet)

Why this matters

City’s 14-match winning streak to open the PL head-to-head record demonstrates structural dominance, not merely random variance. For bettors or fantasy managers, that historical edge feeds directly into expectations for the next fixture.

Who has beaten Man City the most times?

The question of which opponent has troubled City most often reveals interesting patterns in the club’s modern era under Pep Guardiola. Across all competitions tracked by 11v11, City’s record against Bournemouth shows 21 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss—meaning they have dropped points only once in roughly 24 meetings. This places Bournemouth among the clubs with the fewest positive results against City in the PL era.

League record by opponent

When narrowed to Premier League fixtures since Bournemouth’s 2015 promotion, the imbalance is starker: 18 City wins from 19 attempts. That win rate of approximately 95% for City versus 5% for Bournemouth, as calculated by FootyStats, ranks among the most one-sided contemporary PL head-to-heads.

Top teams vs Man City

  • Historically, Arsenal and Liverpool have troubled City more than Bournemouth has
  • Bournemouth’s single win in November 2024 is an outlier, not a trend reversal
  • City’s defensive record (0.78 goals conceded per 90 minutes) limits opponents’ path to repeated success
What to watch

If Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola is to engineer another upset, the playbook requires tight defensive structure and clinical finishing. City’s vulnerability spikes when they face high-press opponents—but that window remains small.

Man city vs afc bournemouth stats prediction

Predicting the outcome of their next fixture means weighing City’s superior attacking metrics (1.89 xG per 90) against Bournemouth’s home form at Vitality Stadium. Based on recent league performance, City enter as clear favourites, but the 2-1 result from November 2024 serves as a reminder that form does not guarantee results.

Stats preview

  • City shots on goal: 86 in sampled matches versus Bournemouth’s 77
  • Man City goals in recent period: 17 (1.89 per 90); Bournemouth: 16 (1.78 per 90)
  • Man City conceded 7 goals (0.78 per 90) versus Bournemouth’s 11 (1.22 per 90)

Form and insights

Bournemouth’s last five league results show 3 wins, 0 draws, and 2 losses, averaging 1.4 goals per match, according to AiScore. City’s last five H2H meetings show a 4-1 split favouring City, with the lone negative result belonging to the November 2024 upset. The data suggests City will dominate possession and create chances, but whether clinical finishing follows depends on goalkeeper saves and defensive errors.

Manchester City is in good form in Premier League and they won 9 away games. — SoccerPunter (football statistics aggregator)

Upsides

  • City’s 95% H2H win rate provides statistical confidence
  • Strong away form (9 wins) suggests road resilience
  • Superior defensive metrics limit Bournemouth’s scoring ceiling

Downsides

  • Bournemouth’s 2024 upset proves they can cause problems at home
  • City’s recent form includes losses in non-H2H contexts
  • Perimeter bettors should note: Bournemouth’s home xG often exceeds away performance by 0.3–0.5

Match history

The table below captures key fixtures from the head-to-head record, illustrating how City’s dominance has manifested across seasons and competitions.

Match Date Competition Score Venue
October 17, 2015 Premier League 5-1 Etihad Stadium
August 13, 2022 Premier League 4-0 Etihad Stadium
February 25, 2023 Premier League 4-1 Vitality Stadium
November 4, 2023 Premier League 6-1 Etihad Stadium
February 24, 2024 Premier League 1-0 Vitality Stadium
November 2, 2024 Premier League 2-1 Vitality Stadium
March 30, 2025 FA Cup 2-1 Vitality Stadium
May 20, 2025 Premier League 3-1 Etihad Stadium
Bottom line: What this means: Even accounting for Bournemouth’s 2024 upset, the overall trajectory shows City consistently scoring multiple goals per meeting.

Related reading: Arsenal F.C. vs Man City – Match Result and Key Highlights

Additional sources

one-versus-one.com, m.aiscore.com, footystats.org, 365scores.com, flashscoreusa.com

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Frequently asked questions

What is the head-to-head record between Man City and Bournemouth?

Manchester City have won 18 of 19 head-to-head meetings with AFC Bournemouth across all competitions, with Bournemouth claiming one victory on November 2, 2024. The remaining 19th meeting ended in a draw. Total goals favour City 56 to 13.

What are the recent results for Man City vs Bournemouth?

The most recent Premier League result was City’s 3-1 home win on May 20, 2025. Prior to that, Bournemouth upset City 2-1 at Vitality Stadium in November 2024. In FA Cup action, City beat Bournemouth 2-1 on March 30, 2025.

Where can I find live scores for Bournemouth vs Man City?

Live scores are available on FotMob, Sofascore, and 365Scores. For real-time stats, possession data, and goal notifications, these platforms provide match-centre coverage for all Premier League and cup fixtures between the clubs.

What are the predicted lineups for Man City vs Bournemouth?

Confirmed lineups are typically released 1–2 hours before kick-off. The next Premier League meeting is scheduled for May 17, 2026 at Vitality Stadium (Round 37). Check FotMob or Sofascore close to match time for the official XI.

How many times has Bournemouth beaten Man City?

Bournemouth have beaten Manchester City exactly once in 19 competitive meetings—a 2-1 home win on November 2, 2024. That result remains the only instance where Bournemouth have taken all three points against City.

What is Man City’s form against Bournemouth?

City have won 4 of their last 5 Premier League meetings with Bournemouth. The exception was the November 2024 upset. Historically, City won their first 14 PL encounters with Bournemouth after the club’s 2015 promotion.

What stats predict the next Man City vs Bournemouth match?

City hold advantages in shots on goal (86 vs 77), goals per 90 minutes (1.89 vs 1.78), and defensive solidity (0.78 vs 1.22 goals conceded per 90). However, Bournemouth’s home form at Vitality Stadium and their 2024 upset history make a repeat upset plausible, if unlikely.

For fans, analysts, and fantasy managers tracking this fixture, the data points in one direction: City have dominated this matchup for a decade, and the May 17, 2026 fixture will test whether Bournemouth’s lone upset was a flash or the beginning of a shift. With City sitting 2nd and Bournemouth in 11th, the pressure to maintain Champions League qualification will drive City’s approach, while Bournemouth will look to spoil at home.