Form Guide and Team Overview
Bournemouth have been in scintillating form, winning three of their last four league matches, including a commanding 5-0 victory over Nottingham Forest. Their recent 3-1 triumph against Southampton has propelled them to fifth in the table, just a point shy of the Champions League spots.
Wolves, on the other hand, have struggled to find consistency, losing five of their last six league outings. Their solitary win came against Aston Villa, but recent defeats to Liverpool and Chelsea highlight their defensive vulnerabilities.
Bournemouth’s last five EPL matches
- Southampton 1-3 Bournemouth
- Bournemouth 0-2 Liverpool
- Bournemouth 5-0 Nott'm Forest
- Newcastle 1-4 Bournemouth
- Chelsea 2-2 Bournemouth
Wolves’ last five EPL matches
- Liverpool 2-1 Wolves
- Wolves 2-0 Aston Villa
- Wolves 0-1 Arsenal
- Chelsea 3-1 Wolves
- Newcastle 3-0 Wolves
Bournemouth's key strength lies in their attacking prowess, with Justin Kluivert and Dango Ouattara in fine form.
However, injuries could test their squad depth. Wolves' resilience will be tested, especially with their defensive frailties.
Head-to-Head Record
In their last five encounters, Bournemouth have had the upper hand, winning three times.
Their most recent meeting saw Bournemouth triumph 4-2 at Molineux. Wolves have only managed one victory in these fixtures, indicating Bournemouth's recent dominance.
- Wolves 2-4 Bournemouth
- Wolves 0-1 Bournemouth
- Bournemouth 1-2 Wolves
- Wolves 0-1 Bournemouth
- Bournemouth 0-0 Wolves
Injury and Suspension Report
Bournemouth are dealing with several injuries, including Evanilson (foot), Enes Unal (knee) and Marcos Senesi (thigh), which could impact both ends of the pitch.
Wolves are also missing key players like Jorgen Strand Larsen and Hwang Hee-chan, who are sidelined due to hamstring and muscle injuries, respectively, potentially affecting their attacking options.
Prediced Line-ups and Tactical Setup
Bournemouth (4-2-3-1): Kepa; Kerkez, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Cook; Adams, Christie; Kluivert, Brooks, Semenyo; Ouattara
Wolves (3-4-2-1): Sa; Doherty, Agbadou, Toti; Aït-Nouri; Gomes, Andre, Semedo; Cunha, Sarabia; Guedes
Bournemouth will likely adopt an attacking approach, leveraging their pace on the wings. Wolves might focus on a compact midfield to disrupt Bournemouth's rhythm and rely on counter-attacks.
Key Battles and Players to Watch
- Justin Kluivert vs Emmanuel Agbadou: Kluivert's creativity and goal-scoring ability will test Agbadou’s defensive mettle.
- Antoine Semenyo vs. Rayan Aït-Nouri: Semenyo’s pace against Aït-Nouri's defensive skills could be pivotal.
- Matheus Cunha vs Illia Zabarnyi: Cunha's movement and finishing will challenge Zabarnyi's defensive positioning.
What to Expect and Match Prediction
Expect Bournemouth to dominate possession and create numerous chances, while Wolves will aim to frustrate and hit on the break.
Given Bournemouth's form and Wolves' defensive issues, a 3-1 victory for the Cherries seems likely.
Fun Fact and Trivia
Bournemouth's Justin Kluivert has scored more goals this season than his father, Patrick Kluivert, ever managed in a single Premier League campaign.
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