AFC Bournemouth vs Brentford: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for AFC Bournemouth vs Brentford in the Premier League. Key stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 17:30 GMT match.

• Fixture: Bournemouth vs Brentford
• Date: Saturday, 15 March 2025 
• Venue: Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth 
• Kick-off: 17:30 GMT
  

This encounter promises to be a tightly contested affair, with both sides eager to secure valuable points. Bournemouth's home advantage could play a pivotal role, but Brentford's recent away form suggests they are more than capable of causing an upset. Expect a closely fought match with both teams finding the net.

Match Prediction: Bournemouth 1-1 Brentford

The Cherries have experienced a mixed bag of results in their recent outings. A spirited 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur showcased their resilience, but it followed a narrow 1-2 defeat to Brighton and a frustrating 0-1 loss at home to Wolves. 

Before these setbacks, Bournemouth recorded a convincing 3-1 victory over Southampton, highlighting their potential when in form. However, a 0-2 defeat to Liverpool at home underscores the inconsistency that has plagued them.

Last 5 EPL Matches:

• Draw vs Spurs (A) 2-2 
• Loss vs Brighton (A) 1-2
• Loss vs Wolves (H) 0-1 
• Win vs Southampton (A) 3-1
• Loss vs Liverpool (H) 0-2 
  

The Bees have shown a commendable fighting spirit, although their recent form has been somewhat erratic. A 0-1 loss to Aston Villa at home was a setback, but they managed to hold Everton to a 1-1 draw. Notably, Brentford's away form has been impressive, with a 4-0 thrashing of Leicester and a 1-0 victory over West Ham. However, a 0-2 defeat to Spurs at home indicates room for improvement.

Last 5 EPL Matches:

• Loss vs Aston Villa (H) 0-1 
• Draw vs Everton (H) 1-1 
• Win vs Leicester (A) 4-0 
• Win vs West Ham (A) 1-0 
• Loss vs Spurs (H) 0-2
  

Recent encounters between Bournemouth and Brentford have been closely contested, with Brentford holding the upper hand. The Bees have emerged victorious in three of the last five meetings, including a 3-2 win in their most recent clash at the Gtech Community Stadium. Bournemouth will be eager to reverse this trend on home soil.

• Brentford 3-2 Bournemouth 
• Bournemouth 1-2 Brentford 
• Brentford 2-2 Bournemouth 
• Brentford 2-0 Bournemouth 
• Bournemouth 0-0 Brentford 
  

The Cherries are dealing with several injury concerns. Enes Unal (knee), Marcos Senesi (thigh), and Adam Smith (muscle) are sidelined, while Julian Araujo is also likely to miss out (hamstring).

Brentford's injury list includes Josh Dasilva (knee), Igor Thiago (knee), Gustavo Nunes (back), Aaron Hickey (hamstring), and Fabio Carvalho (shoulder), which could impact their squad depth. Meanwhile, Rico Henry (fitness) and Sepp van den Berg (knee) are also injury doubts.

Kepa; Cook, Hil, Huijsen, Kerkez; Adams, Christie; Tavernier, Kluivert, Semenyo; Evanilson

Flekken; Ajer, Collins, Pinnock, Lewis-Potter; Janelt, Norgaard; Mbeumo, Damsgaard, Schade; Wissa

• Justin Kluivert vs. Mikkel Damsgaard: Kluivert's creativity and goal-scoring ability will be crucial for Bournemouth, while Damsgaard's playmaking skills could unlock the Cherries' defence.
• Tyler Adams vs. Christian Nørgaard: A midfield battle that could dictate the game's tempo, with Adam's tackling prowess up against Nørgaard's composure and distribution.
  

Bournemouth and Brentford have faced each other five times in the Premier League, with Brentford yet to taste defeat against the Cherries, boasting three wins and two draws.

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