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How to watch Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth with a VPN
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A VPN, such as ExpressVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. A step-by-step guide is described later in this article, or you can also check out our guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.
Today's game between Manchester City and AFC Bournemouth will kick-off at 23 Aug 2026, 14:00.
Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth today
NordVPN- Download & Install: Sign up to ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
- Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
- Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
- Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.
How to watch on the Big Screen
Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:
- Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
- Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.
Team news & squads
Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth Probable lineups
Manchester City will be without Jeremy Doku for this fixture. The Belgian winger picked up a calf injury during the Community Shield defeat to Arsenal and is expected to be sidelined for two to three weeks. Matheus Nunes and Omar Marmoush are also unavailable through injury, while Maresca has no suspensions to contend with. The projected XI features Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal, with a back four of Nico O'Reilly, Abdukodir Khusanov, Ruben Dias, and Josko Gvardiol. Rayan Ait Nouri, Mateo Kovacic, Elliot Anderson, and Phil Foden are named in midfield, with Antoine Semenyo supporting Erling Haaland in attack.
Bournemouth head into the match with a significant number of absentees. Ryan Christie, Eli Junior Kroupi, Veljko Milosavljevic, Amine Adli, David Brooks, Tyler Adams, Julian Araujo, Julio Soler, and Alvaro Rodriguez are all listed as injured, and Rose has no suspended players available either. The projected XI has Djordje Petrovic in goal, with a defence featuring Adam Smith, Adrien Truffert, Antonio Silva, and James Hill. Marcus Tavernier, Rayan, Justin Kluivert, Alex Scott, and Lewis Cook form the midfield, with Evanilson leading the line.
Form
Manchester City go into the match with one win from their last five outings across all competitions, recording two defeats and two wins. Their most recent result was a 3-0 loss to Arsenal in the Community Shield on August 16, a match that offered a stark indication of where Maresca's squad currently stands. Earlier in pre-season, City beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 and defeated a K-League All Stars side 3-1 away from home, though they also drew 1-1 with Inter and lost 2-1 to Aston Villa in their final Premier League match of last season.
Bournemouth arrive with three wins from their last five pre-season fixtures, drawing one and losing one. Their most recent outing ended in a 2-1 defeat to Mainz 05 on August 15. The standout result of their summer was a 10-1 thrashing of Genoa on August 4, and they also impressed in a 2-5 win at Augsburg. A 2-2 draw with Real Betis and a 4-1 win over St. Pauli round out a pre-season that suggests Rose's side have attacking intent, even if the level of opposition has varied considerably.
Head-to-Head Record
Head to Head
The most recent meeting between these two clubs ended 1-1 at the Vitality Stadium on May 19, 2026, in the final weeks of last season's Premier League campaign. Before that, Manchester City won 3-1 at the Etihad in November 2025, a result consistent with their 3-1 home victory over Bournemouth in May 2025. Across the last five meetings, City have won three, with one draw and one Bournemouth victory, a 2-1 win for the Cherries at home in November 2024.
Standings
In the Premier League table, Manchester City are currently placed 14th, while AFC Bournemouth sit 2nd.