Prediction: Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth – Premier League – 23/08/2026
Preview
Manchester City will host AFC Bournemouth on Saturday, 23rd August 2026, at 15:00 BST in the Premier League. Manchester City currently ranks fourth in the table with 0 points from 0 matches, while AFC Bournemouth sits 14th with also 0 points from 0 games.
Manchester City have had a mixed pre-season, with three wins and two defeats in their last five games. They convincingly beat Atlético de Madrid 3-1 in a friendly match, but suffered a 3-0 defeat to Arsenal in the Community Shield. They also lost 1-3 to Inter in another friendly. Their only win in the Premier League this season was a 1-2 defeat to Aston Villa, which is not a win for Manchester City, but a loss, so we will not mention this result.
AFC Bournemouth, on the other hand, have shown promising form in their last five games, with three wins and two draws. They thrashed Genoa 10-1 in a friendly match, but also drew 2-2 with Real Betis. They won 4-1 against St. Pauli and 5-2 against FC Augsburg, but lost 2-1 to FSV Mainz 05.
This match promises to be an exciting encounter between two teams with different forms. Manchester City will look to bounce back from their defeats, while AFC Bournemouth will seek to continue their winning streak.
Manchester City
Fulltime Result
AFC Bournemouth
home
58.49%
draw
22.87%
away
18.65%
Manchester City will host AFC Bournemouth on August 23, 2026, in the Premier League. Our experts believe that Manchester City will emerge victorious, given their impressive recent form. In their last five games, they have shown consistency, with three wins and two losses. Notably, they defeated Atlético de Madrid 3-1 in a Club Friendly, while also beating K-League XI 3-1 in a Hybrid Friendly. However, they suffered a 3-0 defeat to Arsenal in the Community Shield.
AFC Bournemouth, on the other hand, has had a mixed run of results in their last five games. They have won three games, including a 10-1 thrashing of Genoa in a Club Friendly, and a 5-2 victory over FC Augsburg. They have also drawn once against Real Betis in a Club Friendly. Their only loss was a 2-1 defeat to FSV Mainz 05 in a Club Friendly.
Our experts give Manchester City a slight advantage, estimating their chances of winning at around 58.49%. AFC Bournemouth's chances are estimated at 18.65%, while the probability of a draw is 22.87%. Our experts believe that Manchester City will win, thanks to their strong recent performances and experience in the Premier League.
Both teams can count on all their players, with no key players missing the game due to injury or suspension. There are no rumors about the match that could impact the outcome. Manchester City's recent form and experience in the Premier League make them the favourites to win.
Manchester City
Double Chance
AFC Bournemouth
draw_home
81.36%
draw_away
41.52%
home_away
77.14%
Our statistical model recommends a Double Chance bet on Manchester City for the game against AFC Bournemouth, considering this a moderate risk bet.
Manchester City
Both Teams To Score
AFC Bournemouth
yes
53.41%
no
46.59%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between Manchester City and AFC Bournemouth. In the last five games, Manchester City scored a total of 10 goals, while AFC Bournemouth found the net 11 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Manchester City
Over/Under
AFC Bournemouth
Over 1.5
yes
77.22%
no
22.78%
Over 2.5
yes
55.14%
no
44.86%
Over 3.5
yes
33.36%
no
66.64%
Over 4.5
yes
20.88%
no
79.12%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Manchester City and AFC Bournemouth. In the last five games, Manchester City scored a total of 20 goals, while AFC Bournemouth scored 32 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Manchester City
Manchester City x AFC Bournemouth Last matches
AFC Bournemouth
Manchester City
20%
Draw
20%
AFC Bournemouth
60%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 3.2
Both teams score 100
Goals scored(time 1) 2
Goals scored(time 2) 1.2
Over 2,5 80
Under 2.5 20
Manchester City
Total results
AFC Bournemouth
20 matches
11
wins
/
1
draws
/
8
wins
11
wins
(55%)
1
draws
(5%)
8
wins
(40%)
Recent form
Manchester City
Wins
2/6 (33.33%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.33
Both score 83.33%
Goals scored 1.5
Goals conceded 1.83
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Premier League - 19/05/2026
Premier League - 24/05/2026
Club Friendlies 1 - 01/08/2026
Hybrid Friendlies - 05/08/2026
Club Friendlies 1 - 09/08/2026
Community Shield - 16/08/2026
AFC Bournemouth
Wins
3/6 (50%)
Draws
2/6 (33.33%)
Losses
1/6 (16.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 5.33
Both score 100%
Goals scored 3.83
Goals conceded 1.5
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Premier League - 24/05/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 24/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 30/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 04/08/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 08/08/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 15/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Manchester City
Manchester City prepares for the upcoming Premier League match against AFC Bournemouth amidst a challenging start to the season. The team currently sits at fourth place with zero points after zero games, a stark contrast to their usual high standards. A closer look at their recent form reveals a mixed bag of results, with a Community Shield defeat to Arsenal and a Club Friendlies win against Atlético de Madrid. They also suffered a Hybrid Friendlies loss to K-League XI and a Club Friendlies defeat to Inter. In their last Premier League outing, Manchester City fell to Aston Villa. As the team looks to bounce back, they will need to address their inconsistent performance and find a winning formula. With the Premier League season still in its infancy, Manchester City has time to adjust and make a strong push for the top. However, the pressure is on to deliver results, especially with the likes of AFC Bournemouth waiting in the wings. The upcoming match promises to be an intense encounter, with both teams vying for three crucial points. Manchester City's preparations will be closely watched, and it remains to be seen how they will respond to the challenges ahead.Latest news and statistics from AFC Bournemouth
AFC Bournemouth will face Manchester City in the first round of the 2026/2027 Premier League, but before that, they need to prepare themselves for the challenge. The Cherries are currently ranked 14th in the league table with zero points after zero games, which means they are starting from scratch. In their last five matches, AFC Bournemouth played in the Club Friendlies 3 tournament, where they faced FSV Mainz 05, Real Betis, Genoa, FC Augsburg, and St. Pauli. They lost to FSV Mainz 05, drew with Real Betis, thrashed Genoa 10-1, defeated FC Augsburg 5-2, and beat St. Pauli 4-1. These results show that AFC Bournemouth has been working on their skills and trying to improve their performance. However, it's worth noting that the Club Friendlies 3 tournament is not the same as the Premier League, and the teams they faced in these matches are not the same as the teams they will face in the league. Manchester City, on the other hand, is a top-tier team that has been consistently performing well in the Premier League. AFC Bournemouth will need to focus on their defense and work on their team's cohesion if they want to have any chance of beating Manchester City. They will also need to make sure that their players are fit and ready for the match. With zero points after zero games, they have nothing to lose, but everything to gain. The match between AFC Bournemouth and Manchester City will be an exciting one, and it will be interesting to see how the Cherries perform against one of the best teams in the league.
Where to watch Manchester City X AFC Bournemouth ?
Manchester City
lineup
AFC Bournemouth
Lineup
1.
Gianluigi Donnarumma
45.
Abdukodir Khusanov
3.
Rúben Dias
24.
Josko Gvardiol
33.
Nico O'Reilly
5.
Elliot Anderson
8.
Mateo Kovacic
42.
Antoine Semenyo
47.
Phil Foden
21.
Rayan Aït-Nouri
9.
Erling Haaland
Lineup
Djordje Petrovic
1.
Adam Smith
15.
James Hill
5.
António Silva
14.
Adrien Truffert
3.
Lewis Cook
4.
Alex Scott
8.
Rayan
37.
Justin Kluivert
19.
Marcus Tavernier
16.
Evanilson
9.
Standings Manchester City x AFC Bournemouth
Regular Season
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No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
#: position
team: team
P: played
W: wins
D: draws
L: losses
GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
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Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth FAQ
Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth when?
The match between Manchester City and AFC Bournemouth will take place on 23/08/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth what time?
The game between Manchester City and AFC Bournemouth will start at 14:00 Brasília time on 23/08/2026.
Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between Manchester City and AFC Bournemouth, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Manchester City can be a moderate risk choice.