Manchester City defeat AFC Bournemouth 2-1: Match Recap & Betting Results

Sun, Aug 23, 2026 · Premier League · AFC Bournemouth 1, Manchester City 2

Manchester City beat AFC Bournemouth 2-1 on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Etihad Stadium. The match went under the closing total of 3.5, with 3 goals combined.

AFC Bournemouth vs. Manchester City final score and match recap

Manchester City won by 1 goal.

The leading performers, from the box score:

Did AFC Bournemouth vs. Manchester City go over or under the goals total?

The match went under: 3 goals combined against a closing total of 3.5, under by 0.5.

AFC Bournemouth vs. Manchester City odds: sportsbook value and line movement

Shortly before kickoff, the consensus three-way moneyline had AFC Bournemouth at +512, the draw at +373 and Manchester City at -222. With the bookmaker's margin removed, that made it AFC Bournemouth 15%, the draw 20% and Manchester City 65%. Manchester City won as the favorite at -222: $45.05 profit on a $100 bet.

This result left AFC Bournemouth with 1 loss in the 2026-27 season. Their only match with a closing total went under.

This result left Manchester City with 1 win in the 2026-27 season. Their only match with a closing total went under.

What's next for AFC Bournemouth and Manchester City?

Next for AFC Bournemouth: Everton at home on Saturday, August 29, 2026. Next for Manchester City: at Crystal Palace on Friday, August 28, 2026.