Bournemouth vs Aston Villa Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Premier League Odds
Twelfth-placed Bournemouth prepare to host third-placed Aston Villa in a crucial Premier League clash on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, with kick-off at 15:00 GMT. The Cherries will be looking to continue their impressive recent resurgence and narrow the gap to the European spots, while the visitors aim to solidify their position in the top four after a recent stumble in their title aspirations.
OC Staff - February 7, 2026, 7:45 AM EST
3 Minute ReadBournemouth vs Aston Villa: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
Twelfth-placed Bournemouth prepare to host third-placed Aston Villa in a crucial Premier League clash on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, with kick-off at 15:00 GMT. The Cherries will be looking to continue their impressive recent resurgence and narrow the gap to the European spots, while the visitors aim to solidify their position in the top four after a recent stumble in their title aspirations.
Bournemouth vs Aston Villa Form
The Cherries come into this fixture on the back of an excellent 2-0 away victory over Wolves in their last Premier League outing. This result is indicative of their strong recent league form, which has seen them secure three wins, one draw, and just one defeat in their last five Premier League matches. Overall, the hosts sit 4th in the Premier League form table over the last six games, reflecting a significant upturn in performances. They have also showcased their attacking prowess by scoring at least two goals in five of their last six Premier League encounters.
Aston Villa, meanwhile, suffered a disappointing 0-1 home defeat to Brentford in their most recent Premier League fixture. Their league form has been less consistent, with just one win and two losses in their last three Premier League matches. Looking at their overall form, the visitors are ranked 14th in the Premier League form table over the last six games, indicating a dip in performance. A notable statistic for the Villans is that there have been under 2.5 goals scored in their last four Premier League games.
Bournemouth vs Aston Villa Head to Head
The last meeting between these two sides saw Aston Villa comfortably win 4-0 at home against Bournemouth in November 2025. This result continues a dominant trend for the Villans in this fixture.
Indeed, Aston Villa boast an impressive head-to-head record against the Cherries, remaining undefeated in their last six matches across all competitions. Over these encounters, Aston Villa have secured four victories and two draws, highlighting their historical superiority over their upcoming opponents.
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Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa Odds
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Bournemouth vs Aston Villa Probable Lineups
Bournemouth (4-2-3-1): Petrovic; Truffert, Senesi, Hill, Smith; Cook, Scott; Adli, Kroupi, Jiménez; Evanilson
Aston Villa (4-2-3-1): Martínez; Maatsen, Torres, Konsa, Cash; Onana, Luiz; Buendía, Rogers, Sancho; Abraham
Bournemouth vs Aston Villa Team News
Bournemouth face a number of injury concerns, particularly in their attacking department. Tyler Adams, Akinmboni, Gannon-Doak, Kluivert, Soler, and Tavernier are all sidelined with injuries, while Brooks remains a doubt. These absences will likely see Junior Kroupi and Amine Adli provide support to Evanilson in attack, with Alex Jimenez potentially continuing in a more advanced role from right-back.
Aston Villa also have a significant injury list to contend with. Barkley, Edward, García, Kamara, McGinn, and Tielemans are all injured. Ollie Watkins is also doubtful with a muscle injury, meaning Tammy Abraham is ready to lead the line. Amadou Onana is expected to start in midfield alongside Douglas Luiz, given the number of absentees in that area.
Bournemouth vs Aston Villa Match Facts
- Bournemouth have scored at least 2 goals in 5 of their last 6 matches in Premier League.
- There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Aston Villa's last 4 games in Premier League.
- Aston Villa are undefeated in their last 6 matches against Bournemouth in all competitions.
Prediction: Bournemouth 1-2 Aston Villa
This match pits a resurgent Bournemouth against an Aston Villa side looking to regain momentum. The Cherries, despite their lower league standing, have shown significant attacking threat recently, boasting strengths in finishing chances, counter-attacks, and creating opportunities through individual skill. Their tendency to attack down the left and take long shots could trouble Villa. However, Bournemouth's weaknesses in defending against through balls, counter-attacks, and aerial duels could be exploited.
Aston Villa, though experiencing a slight dip in form, possess considerable strengths in creating long-shot opportunities, crafting chances via through balls, and their effectiveness from set pieces. Their ability to attack down the wings and protect a lead will be crucial. While they have weaknesses in aerial duels and defending against skillful players, their overall quality and tactical approach of playing short passes and attempting through balls often could unlock the Bournemouth defence. The visitors also hold a significant psychological advantage, being undefeated in their last six meetings with the Cherries. With both teams showing offensive qualities and defensive vulnerabilities, a narrow away win for Aston Villa seems the most likely outcome, as they look to leverage their attacking strengths against Bournemouth's defensive frailties.
Best Bet: Both Teams to Score – Yes (-170) Click here to get the best odds at Caesars Sportsbook
Given the predicted scoreline of 1-2, a strong betting angle would be for both teams to find the back of the net. Bournemouth's recent form highlights their scoring capabilities, with the Cherries having scored at least two goals in five of their last six Premier League matches. While Aston Villa have seen under 2.5 goals in their last four league games, their attacking strengths, particularly from set pieces and through balls, suggest they are more than capable of scoring. Conversely, both sides exhibit defensive weaknesses, with Bournemouth struggling against through balls and counter-attacks, and Aston Villa having issues defending against long shots and skillful players. These factors combine to make "Both Teams to Score - Yes" a compelling and well-supported bet for this Premier League encounter.
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