Bournemouth vs Leeds predictions, lineups, odds and betting tips. Read the team news and bet builder ideas before Saturday's Premier League clash.
Bournemouth vs Leeds Match Summary
Competition | English Premier League |
|---|---|
Match Date | Saturday 31 October 2026 |
Match Time | 15:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Bournemouth, Vitality Stadium |
Bournemouth host Leeds at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday, and the Bournemouth vs Leeds betting odds make the Cherries 6/5 (PricedUp) favourites in this Premier League fixture.
Bournemouth are finally moving in the right direction under Marco Rose. Three wins in a week without conceding a goal, capped by a 3-0 thrashing of Manchester United at Old Trafford, tells its own story.
Leeds have lost just once in the Premier League this season, against champions Arsenal, but Daniel Farke's side have found goals and points hard to come by in recent weeks.
The stakes are simple. Despite the contrasting starts these two have made to the campaign, another three points would see Bournemouth leapfrog Leeds in the table.
Bournemouth vs Leeds Form
The Bournemouth attack is in full flow. AC Milan were swept aside in the Europa League, Aston Villa were beaten 3-0 in the Carabao Cup, and Rayan, Marcus Tavernier and Evanilson all scored at Old Trafford. Evanilson is the focal point, and the Cherries have won 5 of their last 10 matches against all opponents.
Leeds are stubborn rather than dangerous. Last weekend's goalless draw at Sunderland fits the pattern, with five 0-0 draws this calendar year, joint-most in the Premier League. Outside last month's thumping win over Newcastle, they haven't scored more than once in a league game, and they have won 3 of their last 10 matches against all opponents.
Bournemouth vs Leeds Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Bournemouth: Julián Araujo (Injured/out), Alex Scott (Injured/out)
Leeds: Mateo Joseph (Injured/out), Joe Rodon (Injured/doubtful), Daniel James (Injured/doubtful)
Bournemouth
On the Bournemouth vs Leeds lineups front, the hosts' injury list is finally easing, with Julián Araujo and Alex Scott their only absentees. Eli Junior Kroupi made his first appearance of the season against Manchester United, but the young striker may have to settle for the bench again, with Evanilson leading the line in a probable 4-2-3-1.
Leeds
Joe Rodon, who hasn't featured since August, and Dan James could both return on the South Coast. Noah Okafor and Anton Stach are pushing for supporting roles behind Dominic Calvert-Lewin, while Nico Elvedi is hoping to recover from illness in time to keep his place in a probable back three.
Bournemouth vs Leeds Predicted Lineup
Bournemouth
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Djordje Petrovic; Adam Smith, James Hill, António Silva, Adrien Truffert; Lewis Cook, Tyler Adams; Rayan, Justin Kluivert, Marcus Tavernier; Evanilson
Leeds
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: James Trafford; James Justin, Nico Elvedi, Tarik Muharemović; Jayden Bogle, Ethan Ampadu, Ao Tanaka, Gabriel Gudmundsson; Harry Wilson, Brenden Aaronson; Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Bournemouth vs Leeds Key Stats & Match Facts
Bournemouth have scored 2+ goals in 4 out of 4 matches vs Leeds (Premier League).
Marcus Tavernier has scored or assisted in 4 of his last 6 appearances (Premier League).
Rayan has attempted 4+ shots in 3 of his last 5 appearances (Premier League).
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has recorded 1+ shots on target in 5 of his last 7 appearances (Premier League).
Sean Longstaff has scored in 2 of his last 3 appearances vs Bournemouth (Premier League).
Bournemouth vs Leeds Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Bournemouth to take the points with a narrow home win. Their attack has the edge over a Leeds side built on structure, and the projected goals split of 1.41 to 1.10 in the hosts' favour backs up our Bournemouth vs Leeds prediction.
Best Bets
Under 2.5 goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. The model's projected total sits right around the 2.5 line, and its numbers lean towards a tighter game. The numbers rate the Under at 54.05%, comfortably above the implied probability of the best price on offer. It also carries a 4-star value rating, and a home win without a goal-fest fits the picture neatly.
Bournemouth to win in the Win Market. They are the model's clear favourites at home. Bournemouth are rated 44% to win this one. Leeds are down at 29%, and paired with the Under, a narrow Cherries win is the angle we like.
Bournemouth vs Leeds Bet Builder
Our Bournemouth vs Leeds bet builder tips combine three legs: Ethan Ampadu to be shown a card, Evanilson to score anytime and Evanilson to have over 2.5 shots.
Ethan Ampadu has been carded in 3 of his last 3 Premier League appearances. Patrolling the engine room against Bournemouth's skilful runners, another booking looks well within reach.
Evanilson's Premier League scoring run reads 3 from his last 3 appearances. He is the focal point of the in-form hosts and the obvious man to deliver the winner.
Shot volume is no issue either. Evanilson has attempted 3+ shots in each of his latest three Premier League outings, and he has hit the target in every one of his previous four.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 57/5 and is as short as 9/1 elsewhere.
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Bournemouth vs Leeds Talking Points
The battle out wide could decide this. Bournemouth are vulnerable to attacks down the wings, and Leeds like to cross often, with set pieces and aerial duels among their strengths, so expect Calvert-Lewin to be fed a steady diet of deliveries. Rose has warned his squad that keeping this level going demands relentless hard work on the training ground, while Farke has stressed that early-season tables can deceive and that structural discipline matters most. That discipline keeps Leeds in games, but Bournemouth carve teams open with through balls and individual skill, and our Bournemouth vs Leeds best bets lean on the hosts doing exactly that.
Bournemouth vs Leeds Predictions FAQs
When is Bournemouth vs Leeds?
Bournemouth vs Leeds is on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 15:00 UK time.
Where is Bournemouth vs Leeds being played?
The match is being played at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth.
What competition is Bournemouth vs Leeds in?
Bournemouth vs Leeds is a Premier League match in the 2026/2027 season.
Who is the probable goalkeeper for Bournemouth and Leeds?
Djordje Petrovic is the probable goalkeeper for Bournemouth and James Trafford is the probable goalkeeper for Leeds.
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