Bournemouth vs Arsenal Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Published at :October 18, 2024 at 11:00 AM

Modified at :October 18, 2024 at 11:00 AM

The Gunners will look to continue their good run of form

AFC Bournemouth will face off against Arsenal in gameweek eight of the Premier League 2024-25 season at the Vitality Stadium. Bournemouth are in 13th position in the points table with eight points in seven games. They have won two, drawn two and lost three games. Arsenal, on the other hand, are in third in the points table with 17 points in seven games. They have won five games and drawn two games.

Arsenal are coming off a win against Southampton in the last game while Bournemouth are coming off a loss against Leicester City in the last game. The Gunners will hope to continue their winning run while Bournemouth will come to salvage something at home.

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Kickoff:

Saturday, October 19, 2024 @10:00 PM IST

Venue: Vitality Stadium

Form:

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

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

Players to watch out for:

Antoine Semenyo (AFC Bournemouth)

Antoine Semenyo is the player to watch out for Bournemouth. He has scored three goals and provided one assist in the seven games that he has played so far this season. He scored eight goals and provided two assists in the 36 games that he played in all competitions last season.

One of Semenyo’s standout attributes is his devastating pace, which combined with his physical strength, makes him particularly effective in beating defenders off the dribble. His physicality allows him to shrug off opponents, while his speed is crucial in exploiting spaces, especially during counter-attacks or in transitions.

Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)

Bukayo Saka is the player to watch out for Arsenal in this game. He has scored two goals and provided seven assists in the seven games that he has played so far this season. He scored 20 goals and provided 14 assists in the 47 games that he has played in all competitions last season.

Saka is known for his excellent dribbling skills, close control, and ability to manoeuvre in tight spaces. His technique with the ball at his feet is often highlighted. Saka possesses a good pace, which allows him to beat defenders in one-on-one situations and make rapid transitions from defence to attack.

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Match Facts:

Bournemouth have lost 11 of their 14 Premier League games against Arsenal.
The Gunners are coming off a win in their last game while Bournemouth have lost their last game.
Mikel Arteta’s team are unbeaten across all competitions.

AFC Bournemouth vs Arsenal: Betting Tips and Odds

Arsenal to win: 1.8 as per Betway
Both teams to score – No: 48.24% as per 1xBet
Bukayo Saka to score: 1.8 as per Winmatch

Injury and Team News:

AFC Bournemouth have all players available for this contest.

For Arsenal, Kieran Tierney (hamstring), Oleksandr Zinchenko (calf), Ben White (knee) and Jurrien Timber (unspecified), Martin Odegaard (ankle) and defender Takehiro Tomiyasu (knee) are set to be sidelined. Neto is set to not face his parent club.

Head To Head stats:

Total matches: 16

Bournemouth wins: 1

Arsenal win: 12

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineup:

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

Kepa; Smith, Zabarnyi, Senesi, Kerkez; Cook, Christie; Semenyo, Tavernier, Sinisterra; Evanilson

Arsenal Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Havertz, Partey, Rice; Saka, Trossard, Martinelli

Match Predictions:

Arsenal are clear favourites to win this game against AFC Bournemouth.

Predictions: AFC Bournemouth 0-3 Arsenal

Telecast Details:

India – Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar

UK – Sky Sports, TNT Sports

US – NBC Sports

Nigeria – SuperSport, NTA, Sporty TV

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