Man City player ratings vs Bournemouth as Foden brilliant and Gundogan good

Ederson

The Manchester City goalkeeper was calm when called upon, but in all honesty, this was a game where he was mainly a spectator. On the few occasions Bournemouth did venture forward, Ederson was equal to their efforts. 6

Rico Lewis

After a shaky start on his return to the starting line-up, Lewis never looked back after his crunching slide tackle made City's opening goal. From then he stood firm with some nice footwork, calm passing, and reliable positioning. 7

Ruben Dias

Another solid performance from Dias, who led the back three well, and even found himself in the left-wing position to force the error from Philip Billing for City's third goal that killed the contest. Maybe at fault for Bournemouth's consolation. 7

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Manuel Akanji

Some good interceptions, and while Dias was more involved, Akanji deserves credit for supporting Rico Lewis as Bournemouth targeted City's right early on. Akanji's awareness ensured City turned that wing into a strength and not a weakness to be exploited. 7

Nathan Ake

Returning to his former club, Ake was his usual self - although as the designated left-back in this system, he could offer a little more in attack. On a few occasions, moves broke down as Ake wouldn't drive and put a cross in. 6

Rodri

One shot from distance early on, and generally solid to allow Gundogan and Foden to go forward. Looked a little like a player who needs a rest - but even then he was solid and kept City ticking. 6

Ilkay Gundogan

Grew into the performance after a slightly sloppy start with two lovely balls to Foden for two goals. More encouragingly, he sought to try and get Haaland more involved, resulting in the first two goals. 8

Phil Foden

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