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Manchester City prepares for Bournemouth clash with lineup changes

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Manchester City prepares for Bournemouth clash with lineup changes
Summary

Manchester City hosts Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday in the Premier League. Following a 3-0 loss to Arsenal in the Community Shield, City seeks to rebound with a strong performance. Manager Enzo Maresca is expected to implement a 4-2-3-1 formation, making one key change by starting Rayan Ait-Nouri while Jeremy Doku moves to the bench. Gianluigi Donnarumma will start in goal, supported by a defense led by Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol. Erling Haaland will lead the attack as City aims to secure all three points against the Cherries.

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Status Watch
  • •Match kicks off on Sunday at the Etihad Stadium.
  • •Rayan Ait-Nouri starts; Jeremy Doku on the bench.
  • •Gianluigi Donnarumma to start in goal.
  • •Erling Haaland leads City's attack.
  • •City looks to recover from a 3-0 loss to Arsenal.
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