Man Utd vs Bournemouth predictions, probable lineups, bet builder tips and standout odds for Sunday's Premier League clash at Old Trafford, plus best bets.
Man Utd vs Bournemouth Match Summary
Competition | English Premier League |
|---|---|
Match Date | Sunday 25 October 2026 |
Match Time | 14:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Old Trafford |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | Sky Sports Main Event |
Man Utd vs Bournemouth is a Premier League fixture with pressure building fast, yet the Man Utd vs Bournemouth betting odds still make United 5/4 (AK Bets) favourites.
Michael Carrick is under serious pressure after the Champions League defeat to Como made it seven games without a win. Another poor result could prove the final straw.
Bournemouth arrive in better spirits. Marco Rose's side finally got their league campaign up and running with a routine victory over Sunderland, which earned them their first points.
There's little to separate these two, with four draws and a win apiece across their previous meetings. United sit 13th, which is nowhere near good enough for Old Trafford.
Man Utd vs Bournemouth Form
United's slump runs through every competition. They have drawn their last 3 Premier League matches, and the Champions League trip to Como then ended in defeat, stretching the winless run to seven games. The quality still shows in flashes, with Bryan Mbeumo leading the line and Bruno Fernandes pulling the strings, but the finishing keeps letting them down.
Bournemouth look to have turned a corner. That Sunderland win finished 2-0, and they backed it up with a 3-0 home thumping of AC Milan in the Europa League. Marcus Tavernier is the main goal threat from the left, with Evanilson leading the line and Rayan adding width on the right.
Man Utd vs Bournemouth Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Man Utd: Luke Shaw (Injured/out), Kobbie Mainoo (Injured/out), M. Ugarte (Injured/out), Patrick Dorgu (Injured/out), Benjamin Sesko (Injured/out), Lisandro Martínez (Injured/doubtful), Marcus Rashford (Injured/doubtful), Ayden Heaven (Injured/doubtful)
Bournemouth: Julian Araujo (Injured/out), Alex Scott (Injured/out)
Man Utd
The Man Utd vs Bournemouth lineups are probable rather than confirmed, and United's injury list keeps growing. Luke Shaw, Patrick Dorgu, Kobbie Mainoo and Benjamin Sesko are all ruled out, while Ayden Heaven, Lisandro Martinez and Marcus Rashford are doubts. Leny Yoro could come back in alongside Maguire after missing the Como defeat through suspension.
Bournemouth
Bournemouth are in far better shape. Julian Araujo and Alex Scott remain sidelined and are not expected back until next month, but Junior Kroupi is pushing to make his first Premier League appearance of the season after returning to training this week.
Man Utd vs Bournemouth Predicted Lineup
Man Utd
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Lammens; Dalot, Yoro, Maguire, Mazraoui; Santos, Tielemans; Diallo, Fernandes, Cunha; Mbeumo (probable)
Bournemouth
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Petrovic; Smith, Hill, Silva, Truffert; Cook, Adams; Rayan, Christie, Tavernier; Evanilson (probable)
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Man Utd vs Bournemouth Key Stats & Match Facts
Bruno Fernandes has attempted 3+ shots in 5 of his last 5 apps vs Bournemouth (Premier League).
There have been 25+ shots taken in 10 of the last 10 meetings between Bournemouth and Manchester United (Premier League).
Matheus Cunha has attempted 2+ shots in 7 of his last 7 apps vs Bournemouth (Premier League).
Bryan Mbeumo has scored or assisted in 4 of his last 6 apps vs Bournemouth (Premier League).
Evanilson has scored or assisted in 3 of his last 4 apps (Premier League).
Man Utd vs Bournemouth Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Our Man Utd vs Bournemouth prediction is for United to end the winless run in a messy, open game where both sides score. For all the gloom, the hosts carry roughly a 46% implied probability of winning, and Bournemouth's problems defending wide areas suit this home attack nicely.
Best Bets
Man Utd to win in the Win Market, backing the home favourites at Old Trafford. Bournemouth are rated weak against attacks down the wings and through balls, which is exactly where Mbeumo, Cunha and Fernandes do their damage. The price sits in a sensible range rather than a stingy odds-on, which makes it the pick of our Man Utd vs Bournemouth best bets.
Yes in the Both Teams To Score market, with both sides expected to find the net. Both teams to score rates at around 60%, and both sides create plenty even if neither finishes well. Bournemouth have scored 2+ goals in 5 out of 6 matches vs Manchester United in the Premier League, so a clean sheet for the hosts looks a stretch.
Man Utd vs Bournemouth Bet Builder
Our Man Utd vs Bournemouth bet builder tips lean on Bryan Mbeumo's shooting, Adam Smith's discipline and Marcus Tavernier's eye for goal across four player legs.
Bryan Mbeumo Over 0.5 Shots On Target: Mbeumo has found the target in every one of his last 7 Premier League outings. He is United's most reliable outlet.
Adam Smith To Be Shown A Card: Smith has picked up a booking in each of his last 4 appearances against Manchester United in the Premier League. Facing Cunha down that flank won't help.
Bryan Mbeumo Over 1.5 Shots: Mbeumo has managed at least two attempts in every one of his last 7 top-flight games, and he leads the line for a side that loves to shoot.
Marcus Tavernier Anytime Goalscorer: Tavernier has found the net three times across his last five Premier League starts. Against a shaky United back line, he is the visitors' best route to goal.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 16/1 and is as short as 10/1 elsewhere.
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Man Utd vs Bournemouth Talking Points
Carrick has gone on the front foot, saying he will "hold that umbrella for me to get wet and for everyone else to stay dry", and he has insisted there is no divide in the squad after captain Bruno Fernandes spoke out following the Como defeat. Rose, for his part, expects an "angry" and "intense" United and wants his players to match them in the physical duels. The tactical battle is clear enough: United do their best work on the counter and down the wings, while Bournemouth are rated weak against wide attacks and through balls. Goals have tended to follow this fixture as well, with Man Utd seeing over 2.5 goals in their last 7 home matches against Bournemouth in all competitions.
Man Utd vs Bournemouth Predictions FAQs
When is the Man Utd vs Bournemouth English Premier League game?
The match is on Sunday 25 October 2026 at 14:00 UK time.
Where is Man Utd vs Bournemouth being played?
The match is being played at Old Trafford.
Where can I watch Man Utd vs Bournemouth?
The match is listed on Sky Sports Main Event in the UK.
What competition is Man Utd vs Bournemouth in?
The match is an English Premier League fixture.
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