This Sunday, Premier League Matchday 5 features Bournemouth facing Newcastle United at the Vitality Stadium. A bet on goals in this match seems promising.
Match Preview
Bournemouth has started the season well, surprisingly placing among the league leaders. Under the guidance of Andoni Iraola, the team has shown balanced, confident football, especially in the final minutes of matches. They have won their last three home games, demonstrating their strength in front of fans.
Despite losing key defenders, Bournemouth has kept a steady performance, mainly due to a strong midfield and a cohesive attack. Their last three wins have been by narrow margins, with strikers Semenyo and Evanilson starting to perform well together.
Newcastle had a slow start to the season but recently secured their first win against Wolverhampton. Though the score was low, it provided a much-needed boost for Eddie Howe’s team. Prior to this victory, they experienced goalless draws and a tough loss against Liverpool, indicating ongoing form issues.
Newcastle struggles away from home, with five consecutive Premier League matches without a win. Injuries and suspensions are also affecting the team’s options, particularly in the attacking lineup.
Probable Lineups
- Bournemouth: Petrovic, Hill, Senesi, Truffer, Milosavljevic, Scott, Brooks, Tavernier, Adams, Semenyo, Evanilson
- Newcastle: Pope, Schär, Livramento, Trippier, Burn, Murphy, Guimarães, Joelinton, Tonali, Barnes, Woltemade
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- Newcastle has not won any of their last 5 Premier League away matches.
- Both teams have scored in 10 of their last 11 meetings.
- Bournemouth has scored in 7 of their last 8 Premier League home games.
Prediction
Bournemouth’s strong performance is notable, especially with a limited budget and recent player departures. The team has found a good attacking rhythm and is taking advantage of their opportunities. Newcastle is just beginning to find their footing, yet their away struggles remain a concern. Considering both teams’ styles and recent encounters, betting on both teams to score at odds of 1.68 seems like a sensible choice.