Manchester City secured a crucial 3-1 victory over Bournemouth, propelling them to third in the Premier League and boosting their Champions League qualification hopes. The match saw both teams reduced to 10 men, with Kevin De Bruyne making his emotional final home appearance before potentially leaving City. Despite an early 1-0 lead via Omar Marmoush's goal and an initial advantage doubled by Bernardo Silva, Mateo Kovacic's red card posed a setback before an eventual goal by Nico Gonzalez sealed the match. City now only need a draw against Fulham to guarantee a Champions League spot.
Both teams were reduced to 10 men at the Etihad Stadium, where Kevin De Bruyne made his final home appearance for City and Rodri made his long-awaited return from injury.
City now know a win against Fulham on Sunday would guarantee their place in the Champions League for next season, though a draw should be enough, given they have a much superior goal difference.
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