Bournemouth will attempt to reach their first-ever FA Cup semi-final when they host 2022/2023 champions and last season’s runners-up Manchester City at the Vitality Stadium on Sunday.
The Cherries advanced to this stage after a dramatic penalty-shootout win over Wolves, while City survived an early scare to defeat Plymouth Argyle 3-1 in the last round.
🔴Bournemouth Eye First Historic Semi-Final | Home Win = 2.91💵
Bournemouth have been inconsistent in recent weeks, winning just two of their last eight matches in all competitions. However, Andoni Iraola's men will be eager to create history by securing their first-ever FA Cup semi-final appearance.
The Cherries stunned City with a 2-1 win in the Premier League earlier this season, proving they can challenge elite opposition. However, times have changed and not for the best for the Cherries as they face a City side doing better than the Cherries themselves, and that City team when the two met.
🔵Manchester City Aim to Extend FA Cup Dominance | Away Win = 2.42💵
Manchester City boast a remarkable FA Cup quarter-final record, winning their last seven ties at this stage. Pep Guardiola’s men are determined to continue their dominance and move one step closer to another Wembley appearance after making the last two FA Cup finals.
Despite their 2-2 draw with Brighton in their last Premier League outing, City remain a formidable force. With Erling Haaland leading the attack and Kevin De Bruyne back in form, the visitors are expected to control proceedings.
🗝Key Players & Team News📰
Bournemouth will be without suspended defenders Kerkez and Huijsen, while Marcos Senesi returns from injury but may not start. Adam Smith, Julian Araujo, Luis Sinisterra, and Enes Unal remain sidelined. Dominic Solanke will be their main attacking threat.
Manchester City welcomes Ederson back from injury, while Josko Gvardiol’s knock is not considered serious. Rodri, John Stones, Nathan Ake, and Manuel Akanji remain sidelined. Oscar Bobb is available but unlikely to start.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.95💵
⚽Manchester City have won five (5) of their last six (6) clashes against Bournemouth. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 2.5 = 2.26
⚽Bournemouth beat Manchester City 2-1 the last time the two sides faced off at the Vitality Stadium. | Specials Market: Over 2.5 & Yes (GG/NG) = 1.66
⚽There have been over 3.5 goals in three (3) of the last five (5) Bournemouth vs Man City fixtures. | Main Market: Over 3.5 = 2.24
With Bournemouth seeking a historic victory and Manchester City chasing another FA Cup title, this quarter-final clash promises to be an entertaining battle.
🔗You can check out the FA Cup game, Bournemouth vs Man City, here on MSport.
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