Manchester City vs Bournemouth Full match replay

Match preview

Manchester City welcome Bournemouth to the Etihad Stadium for their first home Premier League match of the 2026/27 season. City will be looking to make a strong start in front of their home supporters, while Bournemouth face one of the most difficult away challenges in English football.

The hosts will look to dominate possession and dictate the tempo, using their technical quality and attacking movement to break down Bournemouth’s defensive structure. Bournemouth, meanwhile, will look for opportunities on the counterattack and try to make the most of any spaces left by City’s high defensive line.

With three important points at stake, this promises to be an entertaining Premier League encounter. Watch full match replay, extended highlights, and all the key moments from Manchester City vs Bournemouth.