Our Predictions
City have won all of their last 5 direct meetings, are in top form, and are heavy favorites at 1.48 odds. Their home form is dominant and Bournemouth rarely cause them problems.
15 of the last 18 matches between these two sides have seen at least 3 goals. City scored 4 in their opener and Bournemouth have conceded 4, so the 1.53 odds for over 2.5 are strong value.
Both teams scored in 12 of Bournemouth’s last 20 games. City's defense is strong, but Bournemouth's attack is lively and should grab a goal. The odds of 1.70 make this worth considering.
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Manchester City vs Bournemouth Prediction & Preview | Extratips
Welcome to Extratips, your go-to source for football insights! Get ready for a Premier League clash as Manchester City play Bournemouth at the Etihad on November 2nd, 2025, kickoff at 16:30.
City started strong this season and currently sit atop the table with 3 points and a +4 goal difference after a 4-0 opening win. Bournemouth, meanwhile, find themselves at 16th place with 0 points after losing 4-2 in their opening match.
The odds from bet365 tell a clear story: City are favorites to win at 1.48, a draw is priced at 4.50, and a Bournemouth upset pays 6.00. Expect goals, with over 2.5 goals at 1.53 and both teams to score ('Yes') set at 1.70.
Recent head-to-head: In their last five meetings, City have dominated, winning all five games against Bournemouth with plenty of goals scored. In home games, City have earned 4 wins and 1 draw, showing real dominance. Bournemouth's last 5 away outings resulted in 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses—a mixed bag for the visitors.
City look solid at both ends, boasting clinical finishers and a tight back line. Their main strengths: possession play, creating chances, and defending set-pieces. Weaknesses? Sometimes they start slow or get caught on the counter. Bournemouth's strengths are quick transitions, set-pieces, and physical duels. Weaknesses include defending against fast attacks, conceding early, and discipline issues.
Keep an eye on injuries or potential squad rotation, as City often juggle European games. Plus, expect tactical tweaks from Bournemouth as they chase vital points.
Key storylines: Can Bournemouth finally break City's winning streak? Will City's attack click again at home? Or could we witness a goal fest?
Given the stats, odds, and recent history, this match has all the ingredients for fast-paced, attacking football—don't blink!