Manchester City 3-1 AFC Bournemouth: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Manchester City 3-1 AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday, 02 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Manchester City secured a convincing 3-1 victory over AFC Bournemouth at home, extending their strong form following a recent loss to Aston Villa. The Citizens dominated the match with goals from Erling Haaland in the 17th and 33rd minutes, followed by a third from Jérémy Doku in the 60th minute. Despite Bournemouth’s effort to stay in the game with a goal from Antoine Semenyo in the 25th minute, Manchester City’s relentless attack and solid defense showcased their championship caliber. This result was not surprising given Manchester City’s recent performances, and it reaffirmed their position as title contenders.

AFC Bournemouth, coming off a win against Nottingham Forest, showed resilience but ultimately fell short against a formidable Manchester City side. The Cherries managed to score early in the match, indicating their intent to challenge the home team. However, Manchester City’s superior quality and tactical execution proved too much to handle. Bournemouth’s recent form, which included a mix of wins and draws, suggests they are competitive but still face challenges against top-tier teams like Manchester City.

The match statistics reveal a closely contested game, with AFC Bournemouth surprisingly holding more possession at 52% compared to Manchester City’s 48%. Despite this, Manchester City’s efficiency in front of goal and their ability to create scoring opportunities were evident, as they outdid Bournemouth in corners (9 to 4) and successful dribbles (50% to 38%). Both teams received two yellow cards each, indicating a competitive but disciplined encounter. Manchester City’s statistical dominance in key areas like corners and dribbles reflects their control over the game’s tempo and their ability to break down Bournemouth’s defense.

The key moments of the match were defined by Manchester City’s scoring prowess. Erling Haaland opened the scoring in the 17th minute, quickly followed by his second goal in the 33rd minute, showcasing his lethal finishing ability. Jérémy Doku’s goal in the 60th minute sealed the victory for Manchester City, demonstrating their ability to maintain pressure throughout the game. AFC Bournemouth’s only response came from Antoine Semenyo in the 25th minute, a moment that briefly threatened to make the game more competitive but ultimately did not change the outcome.

Manchester City lined up in a 4-3-2-1 formation, with Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal and a backline of Matheus Nunes, Rúben Dias, Josko Gvardiol, and Nico O’Reilly. The midfield was anchored by Bernardo Silva, Nico González, and Phil Foden, with Rayan Cherki and Jérémy Doku supporting striker Erling Haaland. This formation allowed Manchester City to control the midfield and provide ample support to Haaland, contributing significantly to their dominant performance and three goals scored.

AFC Bournemouth deployed a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Djordje Petrovic in goal and a defense consisting of Álex Jiménez, Bafodé Diakité, Marcos Senesi, and Adrien Truffert. The midfield duo of Tyler Adams and Alex Scott provided stability, while David Brooks, Marcus Tavernier, and Antoine Semenyo supported striker Eli Kroupi. Despite their efforts, Bournemouth’s lineup struggled to contain Manchester City’s attacking threats, which ultimately led to their defeat.

Erling Haaland was named Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match for his outstanding performance against AFC Bournemouth. Scoring twice in the first half, Haaland’s clinical finishing and constant threat to the opposition defense were pivotal in securing the victory for Manchester City. His ability to score crucial goals and influence the game’s outcome made him the standout player of the match.

Recent Premier League matches:

• Win: 3-1 vs AFC Bournemouth (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Aston Villa (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Everton (H)

Recent Premier League matches:

• Loss: 1-3 vs Manchester City (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Nottingham Forest (H)
• Draw: 3-3 vs Crystal Palace (A)
• Win: 3-1 vs Fulham (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Leeds United (A)

Currently in 2nd place with 19 points, Manchester City will now face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on November 05, 2025, at 20:00.

Currently in 4th place with 18 points, AFC Bournemouth will play against Aston Villa on November 08, 2025, at 15:00.

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