Bournemouth vs Leeds Lineups, Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds

Bournemouth vs Leeds Match Summary

Bournemouth welcome Leeds to the Vitality Stadium for an English Premier League fixture on Saturday 31 October 2026, with the in-form Cherries chasing the points that would lift them past their visitors.

Bournemouth sit 13th but arrive on five straight wins in all competitions without conceding, a run that includes Sunderland, AC Milan and Manchester United. Marco Rose finally has his side purring.

Leeds sit seventh and have lost just once in the league, to champions Arsenal. The worry is at the other end, with goals hard to come by in recent weeks.

Leeds lead the previous meetings, three wins to Bournemouth's one, but victory here would carry the Cherries above them on the log. That alone gives this fixture real bite.

Bournemouth vs Leeds Form

No side arrives in better nick. That winning run has produced 14 goals without reply, with AC Milan beaten in the Europa League and Manchester United seen off in the Premier League. Evanilson is leading the line superbly, with four goals in his last five outings across all competitions, while Marcus Tavernier adds craft off the left.

Leeds are a tough nut to crack. Only Arsenal have conceded fewer than the six goals Daniel Farke's side have let in this term, and James Trafford has been outstanding behind that back three. The problem is up front: outside last month's thumping win over Newcastle, they have not scored more than once in a Premier League match.

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

Bournemouth vs Leeds lineups first: the home side's injury list is finally easing, with Julián Araujo and Alex Scott the only absentees. Eli Junior Kroupi made his first appearance of the season against Manchester United, but the young striker may have to settle for a place on the bench again, with Evanilson leading the line.

Leeds

Joe Rodon, who has not featured since August, and Dan James could both return for the away side. Noah Okafor and Anton Stach are pushing for supporting roles behind Dominic Calvert-Lewin after Brenden Aaronson and Harry Wilson made rare starts against Sunderland, while Nico Elvedi is hoping to shake off illness.

Bournemouth vs Leeds Predicted Lineup

Bournemouth

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: Djordje Petrovic, Adrien Truffert, António Silva, James Hill, Adam Smith, Lewis Cook, Tyler Adams, Marcus Tavernier, Justin Kluivert, Rayan, Evanilson

Leeds

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: James Trafford, Tarik Muharemović, Nico Elvedi, James Justin, Gabriel Gudmundsson, Ethan Ampadu, Ao Tanaka, Jayden Bogle, 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 against Leeds (Premier League).
• There have been 10+ shots on target in 4 of the last 4 meetings between Bournemouth and 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).
• James Justin has made 3+ tackles in 3 of his last 4 appearances against Bournemouth (Premier League).

Bournemouth vs Leeds Prediction & Best Bets

Our prediction: Bournemouth to take the points at the Vitality Stadium. The projections make the Cherries favourites, rating a home win at 44.37%, and that is where our Bournemouth vs Leeds prediction lands. Their attack is simply in a better place, with Evanilson leading a front line that carries far more threat than the visitors can currently offer.

Best Bets

Bournemouth to win (Win Market) Leeds are most vulnerable when attacks come down the wings, and Bournemouth have Marcus Tavernier and Rayan stationed wide to exploit exactly that. With a settled first eleven and a back line that has kept everyone out lately, the home side are the first of our Bournemouth vs Leeds best bets.

Match goals: Over 2.5 There have been 4+ goals in 4 of the last 4 meetings between these sides in the Premier League, so Leeds' miserly record this term counts for little in this fixture. The projected goal total also nudges just past the 2.5 line.

Bournemouth vs Leeds Bet Builder

Our Bournemouth vs Leeds bet builder tips land on three legs: a card for Ethan Ampadu, an anytime goal for Evanilson and Evanilson over 2.5 shots.

Ethan Ampadu has gone into the book in every one of his last three Premier League outings. With Bournemouth running at the engine room, another card for the Leeds midfielder is a fair shout.

Evanilson has found the net in all three of his most recent league appearances. He is the focal point of the Bournemouth attack, and the anytime goalscorer leg simply follows the striker's form.

The striker has fired off three or more shots in each of his latest three league games. He has also tested the keeper in all of his previous four, so over 2.5 shots fits neatly.

Three legs is where we stop: each one leans on Bournemouth's attacking intent, and there is no need to stretch the slip any further.

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Bet builder odds correct at time of publishing.

Bournemouth vs Leeds Talking Points

The battle to watch is Bournemouth's through balls against a Leeds side that likes to sit in its own half and play the offside trap: if Justin Kluivert times his passes right, Evanilson can get in behind. Leeds will lean heavily on James Trafford, who leads the Premier League with an 82.4% save percentage, and on their aerial power and set-piece threat, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin the obvious target in the box, even against a home side who are strong in the air themselves. The previous meetings also include two draws, a reminder that Leeds have not always been easy to put away.

Bournemouth vs Leeds Predictions FAQs

When is the Bournemouth vs Leeds English Premier League game?

The match is on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 17:00 SAST.

Where is Bournemouth vs Leeds being played?

The match is being played at the Vitality Stadium.

Which players are injured or doubtful for Bournemouth vs Leeds?

For Bournemouth, Julián Araujo and Alex Scott are injured. For Leeds, Mateo Joseph is injured, while Joe Rodon and Daniel James are doubtful.

What formations are expected in Bournemouth vs Leeds?

Bournemouth are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Leeds are expected to use a 3-4-2-1 formation.

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