Get ready for an explosive Premier League clash as Man City takes on Bournemouth! The stage is set for a thrilling encounter, but will Erling Haaland’s goal-scoring drought continue?
Last weekend, Haaland’s incredible streak came to a halt with a 1-0 loss to Aston Villa. It was the first time since August that he failed to find the back of the net. But here’s where it gets controversial: Haaland thought he had saved the day with a late equalizer, but the offside flag denied him. A heart-breaking moment for the prolific striker.
Despite the setback, Haaland is back in training and ready to lead the line alongside the Ballon d’Or-winning Rodri, who has recovered from a hamstring injury. A formidable partnership, no doubt.
In Haaland’s absence, Omar Marmoush and Rayan Cherki stepped up and delivered for City against Swansea. They were the go-to men, and would have been relied upon again had Haaland’s knock persisted. But with Haaland back, the pressure is off, and these young talents can shine.
Now, let’s talk about the confirmed starting lineups. Man City XI: Donnarumma, Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly, Nico, Bernardo, Foden, Cherki, Doku, and of course, Haaland. A strong and balanced team, with some key players returning from rest. Bournemouth, on the other hand, will field Petrovic, Jimenez, Diakite, Senesi, Truffert, Scott, Adams, Tavernier, Brooks, Semenyo, and Kroupi. A tough challenge awaits them at the Etihad Stadium.
And this is the part most people miss: the bench players can often make a huge impact. Man City has a strong bench with Trafford, Reijnders, Stones, Ake, Marmoush, Rodri, and more. Bournemouth also has some exciting options, including Dennis, Smith, and Kluivert. Who will be the game-changers today?
The match kicks off at 4.30 pm GMT on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester. Don’t miss it! Sky Sports has you covered for all the action.
So, will Haaland break his goal drought? Can Bournemouth pull off an upset? These are the questions on everyone’s minds. What do you think? Let’s discuss in the comments and share your predictions!