Check out our preview of Bournemouth vs Arsenal, including predicted lineups, match prediction, and a 4/1 betting tip.
Bournemouth vs Arsenal
Bournemouth vs Arsenal Form
Bournemouth's last match ended in a 2-2 draw away at Chelsea. However, this result does little to disguise the fact that The Cherries have failed to win any of their last 10 Premier League matches.
Arsenal secured a dominant 4-1 victory at home against Aston Villa in their most recent fixture. This win marked their fourth consecutive Premier League victory.
Arsenal have been strong on their travels, winning three, drawing two, and losing just one of their last six away games.
The previous meeting between these two teams saw Arsenal triumph 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium in May 2025.
Bournemouth vs Arsenal Predicted Lineups
Bournemouth (4-2-3-1): Petrovic; Truffert, Senesi, Diakité, Jiménez; Scott, Tavernier; Semenyo, Kluivert, Brooks; Evanilson.
Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Raya; Calafiori, Hincapié, Saliba, Timber; Rice, Zubimendi; Trossard, Ødegaard, Saka; Gyökeres.
Bournemouth will be without Gannon-Doak, Adams, and Milosavljevic, all sidelined due to injury. Semenyo could be playing his final game for the Cherries before a potential move to Manchester City. Diakite is expected to return to the starting lineup after being rested against Chelsea.
Arsenal have a few injury concerns, with Calafiori and Rice both doubtful for the match. Mosquera and Dowman are confirmed absentees due to injury. Hincapie and Zubimendi are in line to start.
Who is the betting favourite in Bournemouth vs Arsenal?
Arsenal are 1/2 betting favourites to get the victory on Saturday evening. The draw is available to back at 4/1, whilst Bournemouth are 11/2 underdogs.
| Bournemouth vs Arsenal Result | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Win | 11/2 | bet365 |
| Draw | 4/1 | PricedUp |
| Arsenal Win | 1/2 | BetMGM |
Odds last updated at 13:00, Friday 2nd Jan.
Bournemouth vs Arsenal Match Prediction
Bournemouth may have earned a respectable point away at Chelsea in midweek, but a 10-match winless run leaves Andoni Iraola’s side sliding towards the relegation battle and badly in need of a spark.
The fixture list does them no favours either, with Tottenham and Liverpool to come before the end of January, meaning pressure levels could rise sharply if results don’t turn soon.
Arsenal, by contrast, head into this clash in outstanding form after a dominant 4-0 win over Aston Villa, rounding off a perfect festive period.
Having shaken off their early-December wobble, the Gunners have now won six straight matches in all competitions and are performing like genuine title favourites.
With confidence high and momentum firmly behind Mikel Arteta’s side, Arsenal look well placed to extend their winning run against an out-of-form Bournemouth outfit.
Score Prediction: Bournemouth 0-2 Arsenal
Bournemouth vs Arsenal Player Stat Trends
Bukayo Saka has recorded 1+ shots on target in 8 of their last 10 apps.
Best odds of 4/9 with 10Bet.
Leandro Trossard has recorded 1+ shots on target in 7 of their last 10 apps.
Best odds of 10/13 with BetMGM.
Viktor Gyökeres has attempted 3+ shots in 3 of their last 3 apps.
Best odds of 6/4 with bet365.
David Brooks has attempted 2+ shots in 4 of their last 4 apps.
Best odds of 8/5 with BetMGM.
Marcus Tavernier has attempted 2+ shots in 4 of their last 5 apps.
Best odds of 29/20 with BetMGM.
Bournemouth vs Arsenal Betting Tip
Our bet builder tip for Bournemouth vs Arsenal is:
Bukayo Saka - Over 1.5 Shots on Target
Arsenal to Win
Adrian Truffert - 1+ Foul Committed
The bet builder is a best price of 9/2 with bet365 when publishing, and is as short as 5/2 elsewhere.
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