Match Overview

This Round 5 fixture will see Bournemouth clash with Newcastle on September 21st at the Vitality Stadium. Here’s a comprehensive preview of the Bournemouth vs Newcastle encounter, including our prediction, betting tips, odds, and key statistics.

Bournemouth’s Form

Bournemouth has emerged as the standout surprise of the current campaign. Many anticipated a difficult start for Andoni Iraola’s squad, especially after offloading three vital defenders during the summer transfer window. However, after just four rounds, the club impressively sits in 4th place with 9 points. Their sole defeat came in the opening fixture against Liverpool, a narrow loss in the dying minutes. Since then, the Cherries have secured three consecutive victories, each by a slender one-goal margin.

Key Bournemouth Stats

• Bournemouth has been involved in 8 consecutive matches without a draw, recording 5 wins and 3 losses.
• Under 3.5 goals were scored in 9 of Bournemouth’s last 11 fixtures.
• The team boasts three successive victories in their home league matches.

Predicted Bournemouth Lineup (4-4-2)*

Djordje Petrovic – James Hill, Marcos Senesi, Adrien Truffert, Veljko Milosavljevic – Alex Scott, David Brooks, Marcus Tavernier, Tyler Adams – Antoine Semenyo, Evanilson.

Newcastle’s Performance

Under Eddie Howe’s guidance, Newcastle finally clinched their maiden league win in the 4th round. This proved to be a hard-fought and narrow 1-0 victory at home against Wolverhampton. Earlier in the season, the Magpies suffered a 2-3 home defeat to Liverpool and played out two goalless draws away at Aston Villa and Leeds. Currently, the team holds 5 points, placing them 10th in the standings. Notably, this recent victory snapped Newcastle’s five-game winless run in the , which included two draws and three losses.

Key Newcastle Stats

• In 6 of the club’s last 7 league outings, at least one side failed to find the net.
• Fewer than 2.5 goals were scored in 7 of Newcastle’s previous 8 encounters.
• Newcastle is currently on a 5-match winless streak in away fixtures, comprising 3 draws and 2 defeats.

Predicted Newcastle Lineup (4-5-1)*

Nick Pope – Fabian Schär, Valentino Livramento, Kieran Trippier, Dan Burn – Jacob Murphy, Bruno Guimarães, Joelinton, Sandro Tonali, Harvey Barnes – Nick Voltemade.

Team News

Midfielder Jacob Ramsey and forward Yoane Wissa are sidelined due to injuries for this fixture. Additionally, striker Anthony Gordon is unavailable, serving a suspension.

Match Referee

Robert Jones (England)

Referee Statistics

Matches officiated: 24 (, 2024/25–2025/26 season);

Yellow cards issued (including second yellows): 100;

Average yellow cards per match: 4.2;

Red cards issued: 4;

Average fouls per match: 25;

Penalties awarded: 25%.

Match Prediction: Bournemouth vs Newcastle

Pre-match Analysis

Newcastle’s victory in the previous round should provide a much-needed confidence boost for Eddie Howe’s squad. Their recent struggles in the league have been protracted, making it imperative for them to ascend the table, a position currently occupied by Bournemouth. The home side, meanwhile, has been consistently finding the net in every fixture, indicating no intention of slowing down.

Recent Form and Head-to-Head

It’s also noteworthy that Andoni Iraola’s men have scored in 7 of their last 8 home matches. Furthermore, historical clashes between these two teams have typically been entertaining and high-scoring affairs. Both sides have found the back of the net in 10 of their last 11 head-to-head meetings. I anticipate both teams will once again contribute to an eventful match with plenty of goals.

Final Pick

My final prediction for this match is – “Both Teams to Score – Yes” with odds 1.69

Note on Lineups

* The indicated starting lineup for each team is based on their last match in this competition.