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Bournemouth v Manchester City tickets | Vitality Stadium
Bournemouth host Manchester City at the Vitality Stadium on Sunday, May 17, 2026 in a crucial penultimate Premier League fixture. With City locked in a fierce title battle against Arsenal and Aston Villa, every point matters as Pep Guardiola's side arrive on the South Coast with their sights firmly set on a record-extending fifth consecutive championship. The intimate setting of the Vitality Stadium promises to create an electric atmosphere for this potentially season-defining encounter.
Match Details
The match is scheduled for 3:00pm BST on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at the Vitality Stadium, though given the title implications, the fixture is a primary candidate for a primetime slot. This is Matchweek 37, the penultimate round of Premier League fixtures, with all eyes on how the title race unfolds heading into the final day.
Vitality Stadium
The Vitality Stadium is one of the Premier League's most intimate venues with a capacity of just 11,307 — the smallest in the top flight. Despite its modest size, the atmosphere generated by the Cherries faithful creates a challenging environment for visiting sides. However, Manchester City have never dropped a single point at the Vitality Stadium in the Premier League era, winning all nine visits and scoring 34 goals in the process — a remarkable record that underlines their dominance in this fixture.
Head-to-Head Record
Manchester City's record against Bournemouth is nothing short of exceptional. The Citizens have won 21 of their 24 meetings across all competitions, with just two draws and a solitary Bournemouth victory. Remarkably, the Cherries failed to win any of their first 21 encounters with City — the longest winless run one side has ever had against another in English Football League history. City won their first 14 Premier League meetings by an aggregate score of 45-7, including a 6-1 thrashing at the Etihad in November 2023.
Last Meeting
Manchester City defeated Bournemouth 3-1 at the Etihad Stadium on November 2, 2025. Erling Haaland struck a first-half brace, both assisted by Rayan Cherki in only his second league start, before Tyler Adams briefly equalised for the Cherries. Nico O'Reilly sealed the victory with a delightful strike after the break, his first goal of the season. Haaland took his tally to 13 Premier League goals in just 10 appearances, while City maintained their 100% home record against Bournemouth.
Bournemouth 2025/26 Season
Andoni Iraola has continued to build on Bournemouth's impressive progress, establishing the Cherries as a consistent mid-table Premier League side. Their historic 2-1 victory over Manchester City in November 2024 — their first ever win against the Citizens — showed they can compete with the very best. Antoine Semenyo has emerged as a key attacking threat, while the team's high-energy pressing style makes them dangerous opponents for anyone.
Manchester City 2025/26 Season
Pep Guardiola's Manchester City remain the team to beat in English football, with Erling Haaland once again terrorising defences across the country. With multiple trophies still in their sights, City approach the business end of the season with confidence. Rayan Cherki has added creativity to their attack following his move from Lyon, while the Norwegian striker continues to rewrite the record books with his phenomenal goalscoring rate.
Tickets
Tickets for Bournemouth vs Manchester City at the Vitality Stadium are among the most sought-after of the season given the ground's limited capacity and the enormous title implications. This fixture could prove decisive in the championship race, making it a must-attend occasion for any football fan fortunate enough to secure a seat.
