Preview: Bournemouth vs Manchester United Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Premier League 2025-26

The previous outing between these clubs ended in a 4-4 draw.

AFC Bournemouth are now going to lock horns with Manchester United for their matchweek 31 fixture of the 2025-26 Premier League. This is going to be an intense clash, taking place at the Vitality Stadium.

The Cherries were held to a goalless draw by Burnley FC in their last matchup. They haven’t performed to their full potential in their last few games.

Even though Bournemouth will be the hosts for their upcoming game, it is not going to make things much easier for them. They are placed 10th on the league table with nine wins in 30 games.

The Red Devils are coming in after securing a dominating 3-1 win against Aston Villa in their previous league game. It was another top performance by Manchester United.

They will most likely be part of the UEFA Champions League next season. The Michael Carrick-led side are now in third place on the Premier League points table.

Kick-off:

• Location: Bournemouth, England
• Stadium: Vitality Stadium
• Date: Saturday, March 21
• Kick-off Time: 01:30 AM IST (Friday, Mar 20; 08:00 PM GMT/ 03:00 PM ET/ 12:00 PM PT)
• Referee: Stuart Attwell
• VAR: In use

Form:

Bournemouth: W-D-D-D-D

Man United: D-W-W-L-W

Players to Watch

Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth)

From controlling the midfield to scoring goals, Marcus Tavernier is going to be one of the crucial aspects of the squad for AFC Bournemouth. Even though he has not performed up to the mark in the last few games, the 26-year-old will be one of the main men for the Cherries. He has nine goal involvements in 26 Premier League appearances this season.

Bruno Fernandes (Man Utd)

The 31-year-old continues to deliver top performances for Manchester United. He bagged two more assists in the previous fixture against the Villans, helping his side secure an easy win. Bruno Fernandes is going to play an important role in the squad for the Red Devils.

In 27 league games of the ongoing campaign, he has scored seven goals and has 16 assists to his name.

Aura.🤷‍♂️ @B_Fernandes8 pic.twitter.com/ioF0dH3DkU

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) March 16, 2026

Match Facts

• Manchester United have won three of their last four games.
• All of the last four games for Bournemouth have ended in a draw.
• The Red Devils are unbeaten in their last three fixtures against the Cherries.

Bournemouth vs Man Utd: Betting Tips and Odds

• Manchester United to win @116/100 10bet
• Bryan Mbeumo to score @15/8 BetVictor
• Goals over 3.5 @11/8 William Hill

Injury and Team News

AFC Bournemouth will not have Julio Soler, Justin Kluivert and Lewis Cook in action. They are injured. Matai Akinmboni might also sit out due to his fitness issues.

Matthijs de Ligt, Lisandro Martinez and Patrick Dorgu are not going to be in action for Manchester United due to their injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 25

Bournemouth won: 5

Man Utd won: 14

Draws: 6

Predicted Lineups

Bournemouth predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Petrovic (GK); Smith, Hill, Senesi, Truffert; Scott, Christie; Tavernier, Kroupi, Rayan; Evanilson

Man Utd predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Lammens (GK); Dalot, Yoro, Maguire, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Amad, Fernandes, Cunha; Mbeumo

Match Prediction

Neither of these clubs will be looking to back down here. Manchester United are likely to come out on top to secure three points against AFC Bournemouth in their upcoming Premier League clash.

Prediction: Bournemouth 1-3 Man Utd

Telecast Details

India: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports and Sky Sports

USA: NBC Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Telegram.