London, England, 16th May 2026. Rayan Cherki of Manchester City during the Chelsea vs Manchester City FA Cup match at Wembley Stadium, London. Picture credit should read: David Klein / Sportimage

Manchester City aims to close gap in Premier League at Bournemouth

Manchester City will be on the road again this Tuesday, May 19, as they travel to Bournemouth for a Premier League clash that could shape the final standings. With two matches remaining in the season, Pep Guardiola’s side sits just two points behind Arsenal in second place, making this encounter critical for their title ambitions.

Although the Citizens no longer control their own fate in the championship race, they remain determined to finish the season on a high note. A victory against the Cherries would keep their hopes of a top-two finish alive, setting the stage for a dramatic conclusion next Sunday.

Fresh off their FA Cup triumph, where Antoine Semenyo’s late strike sealed a 1-0 win over Chelsea, Manchester City will look to carry that momentum into the league. The victory marked their latest trophy addition, but the focus now shifts to securing valuable points in the Premier League.

Following the trip to Bournemouth, City will host Aston Villa in what promises to be another high-stakes fixture, as both teams jockey for European qualification spots. The upcoming double-header could be decisive in determining the final top-five placements.

When and where to watch Bournemouth vs Manchester City

The highly anticipated match kicks off at 20:30 (local time) and will be broadcast live on Canal+ Foot. Fans can tune in to witness City’s late-season push for Champions League qualification.