Overview
- Erling Haaland struck twice before halftime to power a 3-1 win, taking his season tally to 13 in 10 matches and leaving him two short of 100 league goals.
- Rayan Cherki supplied the key passes for both Haaland finishes as City repeatedly exploited Bournemouth’s high defensive line.
- Bournemouth equalised through Tyler Adams after Gianluigi Donnarumma failed to clear a corner with a punch.
- Left-back Nico O’Reilly sealed the victory with a low finish, earning post-match praise from Leon Osman for a “wonderful” strike.
- City ended Bournemouth’s eight-game unbeaten run and stayed within reach in the title race, with Rodri unused on the bench and scrutiny persisting over midfield cover.