Arsenal vs Bournemouth: Betting odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Arsenal vs Bournemouth in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 17:30 BST match.

Fixture: Arsenal vs Bournemouth
Date: Saturday 3 May 2025
Kick-off: 17:30 BST
Venue: Emirates Stadium

Arsenal, despite their injury concerns, will be favoured to win at home. Their attacking trio of Saka, Martinelli, and Trossard could pose significant problems for Bournemouth's defence. However, Bournemouth have shown they can be resilient and might look to counter-attack effectively.

Expect Arsenal to dominate possession and create numerous chances, but Bournemouth's disciplined approach could keep the game close. The match might see a few goals, with Arsenal likely to edge it due to their home advantage and attacking prowess.

Match Prediction: Arsenal 2-1 Bournemouth

Arsenal's recent form has been inconsistent, with a mix of draws and wins in their last five league matches. Their performance has been affected by a series of injuries, but they remain a formidable side at home.

Last 5 league matches:

• Draw: 2-2 vs Crystal Palace (H)
• Win: 4-0 vs Ipswich (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Brentford (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Everton (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Fulham (H)
  

Bournemouth have shown resilience in their recent outings, managing to secure points against strong opponents. Their defensive form has been particularly notable, with a couple of clean sheets and a solid display in their last league match on their travels at Crystal Palace.

Last 5 league matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Man United (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Crystal Palace (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Fulham (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs West Ham (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Ipswich (H)
  

Historically, Arsenal have dominated this fixture, with a strong record against Bournemouth. Recent encounters have been high-scoring affairs, with Arsenal often emerging victorious.

• Bournemouth 2-0 Arsenal (19 Oct 2024)
• Arsenal 3-0 Bournemouth (04 May 2024)
• Bournemouth 0-4 Arsenal (30 Sep 2023)
• Arsenal 3-2 Bournemouth (04 Mar 2023)
• Bournemouth 0-3 Arsenal (20 Aug 2022)
  

• Takehiro Tomiyasu (Knee) - Out
• Gabriel Jesus (Knee) - Out
• Kai Havertz (Hamstring) - Out
• Riccardo Calafiori (Knee) - Out
• Gabriel (Hamstring) - Out
• Jorginho (Rib) - Out
• Neto (Ineligible to face parent club) - Out
  

• Enes Unal (Knee) - Out
• Luis Sinisterra (Hamstring) - Doubt
• Ryan Christie (Groin) - Out
  

Raya; white, Saliba, Kiwior, Tierney; Rice, Partey, Ødegaard; Saka, Trossard, Martinelli

Kepa; Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Scott, Cook; Semenyo, Kluivert, Ouattara; Evanilson

• Bukayo Saka vs Milos Kerkez: Saka's pace and skill on the wing will be a significant test for Kerkez, who will need to be at his best to contain the Arsenal star.
• Antonio Semenyo vs Arsenal's defence: Semenyo has been in good form and will look to exploit any weaknesses in Arsenal's potentially rotated backline.
• Declan Rice vs Lewis Cook: The midfield battle between these two will be crucial, with Rice's ability to control the game potentially giving Arsenal the edge.
  

• Arsenal have won 11 out of their 15 matches against Bournemouth in the Premier League.
• Arsenal have scored three or more goals in four of their last five meetings with Bournemouth.
  

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