Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester City in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:30 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester City |
|---|---|
| Competition | Premier League |
| Date | Tuesday, 19 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 19:30 BST |
| Venue | Vitality Stadium |
Match Prediction: AFC Bournemouth 1-2 Manchester City
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 02 Nov 2025 |  Manchester City vs  AFC Bournemouth |
3 – 1 | Etihad Stadium |
| Premier League | 20 May 2025 | Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth |
3 – 1 | Etihad Stadium |
| Premier League | 02 Nov 2024 | AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester City |
2 – 1 | Vitality Stadium |
| Premier League | 24 Feb 2024 | AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester City |
0 – 1 | Vitality Stadium |
| Premier League | 04 Nov 2023 | Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth |
6 – 1 | Etihad Stadium |
AFC Bournemouth come into this with a strong recent league run, but the head-to-head record still leans towards Manchester City, who have won three of the last five meetings. Bournemouth’s 4-2-3-1 should help them stay compact and look to break quickly through Evanilson, especially with home advantage at the Vitality Stadium. City’s recent results show they are still producing goals, and their 4-2-2-2 gives them enough attacking options to control territory and create chances between the lines.
This looks like a game where Bournemouth can compete for spells, particularly if they keep their shape and make the most of transitions. City’s recent form and the historical edge in this fixture suggest they may have enough quality to edge it, even if Bournemouth make them work for long periods. A narrow away win fits the data better than a comfortable one, given Bournemouth’s own run of wins and the fact they have already beaten City in recent head-to-head meetings.
Form Guide & Team Overview
AFC Bournemouth
AFC Bournemouth arrive in good league form, with four wins and one draw from their last five Premier League matches. That run includes away wins at Fulham, Newcastle United and Arsenal, plus a 3-0 home win over Crystal Palace, which points to a side that has been getting results both home and away.
The only slip in that sequence was a 2-2 draw with Leeds United at home. Overall, the recent results suggest Bournemouth have been hard to beat and have been scoring enough to stay competitive in most games.
AFC Bournemouth Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 9 May 2026 |  Fulham vs AFC Bournemouth |
0 – 1 | W | Craven Cottage |
| Premier League | 3 May 2026 | AFC Bournemouth vs  Crystal Palace |
3 – 0 | W | Vitality Stadium |
| Premier League | 22 Apr 2026 | AFC Bournemouth vs  Leeds United |
2 – 2 | D | Vitality Stadium |
| Premier League | 18 Apr 2026 |  Newcastle United vs AFC Bournemouth |
1 – 2 | W | St. James' Park |
| Premier League | 11 Apr 2026 |  Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth |
1 – 2 | W | Emirates Stadium |
Manchester City
Manchester City’s recent league form is also strong, with four wins and one draw from their last five. They have kept clean sheets in wins over Crystal Palace, Brentford and Burnley, while the 3-3 draw at Everton shows they can still be involved in higher-scoring games.
Across all competitions, City have also beaten Southampton in the FA Cup, which adds to the sense of momentum. The recent results point to a team that is still collecting points consistently and carrying a clear attacking threat.
Manchester City Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 13 May 2026 | Manchester City vs Crystal Palace |
3 – 0 | W | Etihad Stadium |
| Premier League | 9 May 2026 | Manchester City vs  Brentford |
3 – 0 | W | Etihad Stadium |
| Premier League | 4 May 2026 |  Everton vs Manchester City |
3 – 3 | D | Hill Dickinson Stadium |
| Premier League | 22 Apr 2026 |  Burnley vs Manchester City |
0 – 1 | W | Turf Moor |
| Premier League | 19 Apr 2026 | Manchester City vs Arsenal |
2 – 1 | W | Etihad Stadium |
Team News & Injury Report
AFC Bournemouth
- Álex Jiménez (Suspended)
Manchester City
- Abdukodir Khusanov (Knock)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
AFC Bournemouth (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Djordje Petrovic (Goalkeeper), Adam Smith (Defender), Adrien Truffert (Defender), James Hill (Defender), Marcos Senesi (Defender), Alex Scott (Midfielder), Eli Kroupi (Midfielder), Marcus Tavernier (Midfielder), Rayan (Midfielder), Ryan Christie (Midfielder), Evanilson (Attacker)
AFC Bournemouth’s predicted 4-2-3-1 should give them a solid base in midfield, with the two deeper players helping protect the back four and support the press. That shape also leaves room for quick service into Evanilson and the wide midfielders when Bournemouth win the ball back.
Manchester City (4-2-2-2)
Predicted lineup: Gianluigi Donnarumma (Goalkeeper), TBC (Defender), Josko Gvardiol (Defender), Marc Guéhi (Defender), Matheus Nunes (Defender), Bernardo Silva (Midfielder), Phil Foden (Midfielder), Rayan Aït-Nouri (Midfielder), Savinho (Midfielder), Antoine Semenyo (Attacker), Omar Marmoush (Attacker)
Manchester City’s predicted 4-2-2-2 should allow them to keep central control and create overloads in advanced areas. With two forwards and support from the attacking midfielders, they can stretch Bournemouth’s defensive line and look to play through the middle.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| AFC Bournemouth | Manchester City | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| AFC Bournemouth | Manchester City | Evanilson against Josko Gvardiol could be decisive if Bournemouth want to turn limited possession into clear chances. |
| AFC Bournemouth | Manchester City | Alex Scott against Bernardo Silva is a key midfield duel because both can influence how quickly their side moves the ball forward. |
| AFC Bournemouth | Manchester City | Evanilson is key for AFC Bournemouth because he is the main attacking reference in the predicted shape and the player most likely to finish their best openings. |
| AFC Bournemouth | Manchester City | Antoine Semenyo is key for Manchester City because he offers an extra attacking outlet and adds another direct threat in the final third. |
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