The evening was highlighted by an emotional farewell to club legend Kevin De Bruyne, who was making his final home appearance after a decade at Manchester City. The club honored him with a guard of honor, a tribute video, and a promise to erect a statue in his likeness outside the stadium. Over his illustrious career at City, De Bruyne amassed 16 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and the 2023 UEFA Champions League. Despite a rare miss of an open goal during the match, his contributions were celebrated by fans and teammates alike.
The match commenced with a spectacular 30-yard strike from Omar Marmoush, giving City the lead. Bernardo Silva extended the advantage, and substitute Nico González sealed the win with a composed finish late in the game. Bournemouth's Daniel Jebbison scored a late consolation goal, but it was not enough to alter the outcome.
Adding to the night's significance, midfielder Rodri made his long-awaited return from an eight-month injury layoff, coming on as a substitute in the 82nd minute. His comeback was met with a warm reception from the home crowd, signaling a positive development for City's midfield options.
With the victory, Manchester City moved to 68 points, two points clear of Newcastle United, Chelsea, and Aston Villa in the race for a top-five finish and Champions League qualification. A draw in their final match against Fulham will be sufficient to secure their place in Europe's premier club competition for the 2025–26 season.
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