Arsenal have the chance to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to four points as they face AFC Bournemouth at home on Saturday. With the Gunners currently leading Manchester City by just one point, they can’t afford any slip-ups, especially since they will have played two more games than the defending champions after this fixture.
On the other hand, Bournemouth, sitting in tenth place, have a chance to climb up to eighth with a victory. However, the Cherries have a poor track record against Arsenal, making this a challenging contest as both teams look to achieve their respective goals in the league.
AFC Bournemouth vs Arsenal: Important H2H Stats
As AFC Bournemouth prepare to host Arsenal at the Vitality Stadium, we analyze key head-to-head (H2H) stats and performance trends to provide a deeper look into what we can expect from this match.
- Recent H2H Encounter: The last time these two teams met was on July 25, 2024, where Arsenal, playing at home, were held to a 1-1 draw by AFC Bournemouth. Bournemouth will be hoping to replicate or better that performance on their home turf.
- Current League Positions: Arsenal are in 3rd position in the Premier League, fighting for the title, while Bournemouth, currently in mid-table, have the opportunity to climb up to eighth if they secure a win.
- Key Players:
- Arsenal: Kai Havertz has been Arsenal’s top scorer this season with 4 goals. His ability to break down Bournemouth’s defense will be crucial to the Gunners’ attack.
- AFC Bournemouth: Lewis Cook has been the key playmaker for Bournemouth, providing 2 assists so far. Arsenal’s midfield will need to keep a close eye on him to prevent him from creating chances.
- Disciplinary Concerns:
- AFC Bournemouth: Ryan Christie has collected 3 cards this season, making him a potential target for further bookings in this match.
- Arsenal: Declan Rice, who has also received 3 cards, could be a liability for Arsenal in terms of discipline, so his defensive role will need careful management.
- Scoring and Conceding Patterns:
- AFC Bournemouth: The Cherries are most dangerous in the final stages of matches, scoring 50% of their goals between the 75-90 minute mark. Arsenal’s defense will need to remain focused during this period.
- Arsenal: Arsenal are most vulnerable between the 60-75 minute range, having conceded 26.7% of their goals in this window. Bournemouth may look to capitalize on this weakness.
- Possession and Corners:
- Possession Stats: Arsenal typically dominate possession, averaging 49.00%, while Bournemouth has an average possession rate of 44.14%, indicating that Arsenal are likely to control the tempo of the match.
- Corners: Bournemouth average 6.86 corners per match, while Arsenal average 7.14 corners. This suggests that set-pieces could play a significant role in the match.
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS) Stats: Both teams have seen BTTS in 57.14% of their matches this season, indicating a high probability of both teams finding the back of the net in this encounter.
These stats highlight the strengths, weaknesses, and patterns of both teams, offering valuable insights for those looking to make predictions or place bets on this Premier League clash. Keep an eye on Kai Havertz’s goal-scoring prowess for Arsenal and Lewis Cook’s creative influence for Bournemouth as key factors that could shape the outcome.
AFC Bournemouth Vs Arsenal Last Match Result and Stats
| Performance Summary | Arsenal | AFC Bournemouth |
|---|---|---|
| Shots Total | 9 | 11 |
| Shots Blocked | 4 | 2 |
| Shots Inside Box | 5 | 7 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 4 |
| Passes Total | 511 | 400 |
| Accurate Passes | 455 | 348 |
| Pass Accuracy % | 89 | 87 |
| Total Attacks | 78 | 88 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 33 | 40 |
| Fouls | 15 | 21 |
| Corners | 3 | 2 |
| Offsides | 0 | 1 |
| Possession Time | 56 | 44 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 2 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Yellow Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Saves | 3 | 3 |
| Substitutions | 11 | 9 |
| Goal Kicks | N/A | N/A |
| Goal Attampts | N/A | N/A |
| Free Kicks | N/A | N/A |
| Throw Ins | N/A | N/A |
| Ball Safe | 74 | 68 |
| Goals | 1 | 1 |
| Penalties | 0 | 0 |
| Injuries | N/A | N/A |
AFC Bournemouth Vs Arsenal Season Stats
| Performance Summary | AFC Bournemouth | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 2 | 5 |
| Home Wins | 1 | 3 |
| Away Wins | 1 | 2 |
| Total Draws | 2 | 2 |
| Home Draws | 1 | 1 |
| Away Draws | 1 | 1 |
| Total Lost | 3 | 0 |
| Home Losses | 1 | 0 |
| Away Losses | 2 | 0 |
| Total Goals For | 8 | 15 |
| Home Goals For | 4 | 10 |
| Away Goals For | 4 | 5 |
| Total Goals Against | 10 | 6 |
| Home Goals Against | 3 | 4 |
| Away Goals Against | 7 | 2 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 0 | 3 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 0 | 1 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 0 | 2 |
| Total Failed To Score | 3 | 0 |
| Home Failed To Score | 1 | 0 |
| Away Failed To Score | 2 | 0 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 1.14 | 2.14 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 1.33 | 2.5 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 1 | 1.67 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 1.43 | 0.86 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 1 | 1 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 1.75 | 0.67 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 57m | 42m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 27m | 35m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 87m | 51m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 47m | 42m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 29m | 9m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 71m | 53m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | AFC Bournemouth | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| 15-30 | 1 (12.5%) | 3 (20%) |
| 30-45 | 3 (37.5%) | 3 (20%) |
| 45-60 | 0 (0%) | 1 (6.7%) |
| 60-75 | 0 (0%) | 4 (26.7%) |
| 75-90 | 4 (50%) | 4 (26.7%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | AFC Bournemouth | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 0 (0%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| 15-30 | 4 (40%) | 0 (0%) |
| 30-45 | 1 (10%) | 0 (0%) |
| 45-60 | 3 (30%) | 3 (50%) |
| 60-75 | 0 (0%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| 75-90 | 2 (20%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| Combined Match Stats | AFC Bournemouth | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 715 | 664 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 373 | 460 |
| Av Possession Percent | 44.14 | 49.00 |
| Fouls | 100 | 86 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 14.29 | 12.29 |
| Offside | 17 | 9 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 2 |
| Yellow Cards | 19 | 21 |
| Shots Blocked | 31 | 28 |
| Shots Off Target | 52 | 47 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 7.43 | 6.71 |
| Shots On Target | 37 | 47 |
| Av Shots On Target | 5.29 | 6.71 |
| Total Corners | 48 | 50 |
| Av Corners | 6.86 | 7.14 |
| BTTS | 57.14 | 57.14 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.85 | 7 |
| Tackles | 141 | 123 |
AFC Bournemouth vs Arsenal Prediction
Based on the analysis of recent form and key stats, Arsenal head into this fixture as clear favorites. The Gunners, currently sitting in 3rd place in the Premier League, will be eager to secure all three points as they continue their pursuit of the title. Arsenal’s attacking strength, led by Kai Havertz, who has scored 4 goals this season, is expected to cause problems for a Bournemouth defense that has struggled at times. Arsenal also tend to dominate possession, which should allow them to dictate the pace of the game.
However, Bournemouth’s ability to score late in games, with 50% of their goals coming in the final 15 minutes, could be a factor if Arsenal are not careful in the closing stages. Lewis Cook’s creativity will also be something Arsenal will need to manage, especially if Bournemouth looks to counter-attack.
While Bournemouth are likely to put up a fight, their poor H2H record against Arsenal and defensive vulnerabilities suggest they will struggle to contain the Gunners. Arsenal, despite being more prone to conceding between the 60-75 minute mark, have the firepower and possession-based style to outscore their opponents.
Predicted Scoreline: AFC Bournemouth 1-3 Arsenal
Arsenal’s superior attacking quality and midfield dominance should see them through this encounter, but Bournemouth’s late-game threat could see them sneak a consolation goal. Expect a competitive game, with both teams likely to score, but Arsenal should ultimately secure a comfortable win.