March 28, 2025
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Bournemouth v Manchester City Preview & Betting Tips
Sunday | 16:30 UTC | Vitality Stadium
Manchester City arrive on the south coast knowing the FA Cup is their last realistic shot at a trophy this season. No one saw this coming, not least Pep Guardiola. After early exits in Europe and the EFL Cup, and a stuttering league campaign, Sunday’s trip to Bournemouth takes on even greater significance.
The visitors have netted 13 goals in 3 FA Cup ties so far, brushing aside Salford, Leyton Orient and Plymouth. And while none of those opponents have the profile of Bournemouth, it’s clear City are taking this competition seriously.
Bournemouth’s Home Form A Concern
Andoni Iraola has transformed Bournemouth into one of the most watchable teams in the Premier League this season, and yes, they did beat City 2-1 in November. But that feels like a long time ago now.
The Cherries have lost their last 3 home league games (v Liverpool, Brentford, and Wolves) and only edged past Wolves on penalties in the last FA Cup round. Momentum has dipped, and they’ll need to rediscover their intensity quickly if they’re to cause another upset.
Prediction: City’s Class to Shine Through
Manchester City haven’t been flawless on the road—shipping goals at PSG, Arsenal and Real Madrid, but Bournemouth’s recent home form is a red flag. City, even at odds-against, offer value to win this in 90 minutes.
If you’re looking for a correct score, 2-1 to City looks a solid play- especially with their recent defensive frailties on the road.
Prediction: Manchester City to Win– 2.32
Correct Score: Manchester City 2-1–
Key Man: Omar Marmoush to Deliver Again?
Forget Haaland for a second- Omar Marmoush might be the one to watch. The January signing from Eintracht Frankfurt has hit the ground running, including a hat-trick in a 4-0 win over Newcastle.
He scored in the 2-2 draw with Brighton and had five shots in the FA Cup tie against Orient. He’s confident and could be the man to find the net again here.
Anytime Scorer Tip: Omar Marmoush
Bournemouth vs Manchester City Betting Tips
✅ Manchester City to Win – 2.32
✅ Correct Score: Manchester City 2-1 – 9.25
✅ Omar Marmoush Anytime Scorer – 2.80
Odds correct at time of writing.
