Arsenal vs Bournemouth Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Pre-season friendlies 2024

The Gunners will be looking to build on their strong campaign last season

Arsenal started their pre-season preparation on a positive note as they played their first friendly match against Leyton Orient and they won this match 2-0, Gabriel Jesus and Emile Smith Rowe scored for the Gunners in this match. This friendly match took place behind closed doors.

Arsenal will look to prepare for the upcoming season as they came very near to winning the Premier League last season but unfortunately were not able to win it. Mikel Arteta and his team will look to win the title in the upcoming season for sure. This will be the first pre-season friendly match for Arsenal in the US tour.

The Cherries played their first friendly match against Wrexham which ended in a 1-1 stalemate. Even though the Bournemouth performance was not up to the mark, Andoni Iraola’s men are capable enough to bounce back and give a tough challenge to the Gunners in the upcoming friendly match. This match will be exciting for the fans for sure.

Kick-Off:

Thursday, 25 July 2024 at 02:30 AM UK

Thursday, 25 July 2024 at 08:00 AM IST

Location: Dignity Health Sports Park

Form

Arsenal (in all competitions): W-L-D-W-L

Bournemouth (in all competitions): D-L-L-L-W

Players to Watch

Emile Smith Rowe (Arsenal)

Emile Smith Rowe is an extremely energetic attacking midfielder who excels in running from box to box and supporting his teammates particularly those setting possession. Smith Rowe is a willing runner who penetrates via his runs as well as his passing. He is capable enough to keep possession under pressure and is very calm and composed, also a very creative player and with his crossing and passing ability, he can create a lot of problems for the opposition team.

Dominic Solanke (Bournemouth)

Solanke’s aerial presence and sharp movement in the penalty box always generate a lot of chaos, he is physically strong and capable enough to beat defenders in duels and is a really good goal scorer. He is also very good in counter-attacks as he has a really good pace and with his intelligent movements, he is always able to create space for himself to score goals.

Match Facts

• Arsenal have a much better head-to-head record against AFC Bournemouth.
• Arsenal’s first friendly match ended in a win as they defeated League One side Leyton Orient by 2-0.
• Bournemouth last defeated Arsenal in 2018 in the Premier League.

Arsenal vs Bournemouth: Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1 – Goals over 2.5
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Eddie Nketiah to score any time

Injury and Team News

Arsenal announced the squad for the friendly matches and players like Bukayo Saka, David Raya, Declan Rice, Aaron Ramsdale and William Saliba will not take part in these upcoming matches. Kieran Tierney and Takehiro Tomiyasu have both been left out due to injuries.

For Bournemouth, Tyler Adams will not be available due to back surgery and will miss the start of the new season, on the other hand, Owen Bevan will be out for a few weeks due to injury. Luis Sinisterra and Alex Paulsen will also be unavailable due to international commitments as both players will participate in the Olympic games.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches: 16

Arsenal Wins: 13

Bournemouth Wins: 1

Draws: 2

Predicted Lineup

Arsenal Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Hein(GK); White, Timber, Kiwior, Zinchenko; Odegaard, Partey, Smith Rowe; Vieira, Nketiah, Jesus

Bournemouth Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Travers(GK); Smith, Mepham, Hill, Kerkez; Cook, Scott; Semenyo, Billing, Tavernier; Solanke

Match Prediction for Arsenal vs Bournemouth

Both head coaches will look to test their players for the upcoming season as we can expect many players to get a good game time, even though it is a friendly match it will be an exciting clash for sure as both teams will look to give each other good challenge but still, the gunners have some quality players who can make a difference on the pitch. Arsenal will win this fixture.

Prediction: Arsenal 2-1 Bournemouth

Telecast for Arsenal vs Bournemouth

Arsenal.com will telecast this friendly match.

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