Tottenham Hotspur vs Bournemouth: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions & Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Tottenham Hotspur vs Bournemouth in the Premier League. Key stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 14:00 GMT match.

• Fixture: Tottenham Hotspur vs AFC Bournemouth
• Date: Sunday, 9 March 2025 
• Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London 
• Kick-off: 14:00 GMT
  

This encounter promises to be an intriguing battle, with Spurs looking to assert their dominance at home and Bournemouth eager to secure vital points.

Tottenham's attacking flair, combined with Bournemouth's defensive vulnerabilities, suggests a home victory. However, Bournemouth's potential on the counter-attack could pose problems for Spurs.

Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 AFC Bournemouth

Tottenham Hotspur approach this fixture with a mixed bag of results in their recent outings. Ange Postecoglou's side has shown resilience, securing victories against Ipswich (4-1), Manchester United (1-0), and Brentford (2-0), but they have also suffered narrow defeats to Manchester City (0-1) and Leicester City (1-2).

Spurs currently sit mid-table, with their recent performances hinting at a potential resurgence as they aim to climb higher in the standings.

Bournemouth's recent form has been less consistent, with a solitary win against Southampton (3-1) amidst losses to Brighton (1-2), Wolves (0-1), and Liverpool (0-2). Their emphatic 5-0 victory over Nottingham Forest was a standout performance, showcasing their attacking potential. 

The Cherries remain just three points adrift of the league’s top five, making every point crucial in the battle for a potential Champions League spot this season.

The recent head-to-head encounters between Spurs and Bournemouth have been closely contested. Spurs have generally had the upper hand, winning three of the last five league meetings, including a 3-1 victory at home in December 2024. 

Bournemouth, however, managed a notable 3-2 win at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in April 2023, highlighting their capability to challenge the North London side.

Spurs are dealing with several injury concerns. Radu Dragusin is sidelined through a knee injury. Cristian Romero, Dominic Solanke, Richarlison, Ben Davies and Micky van de Ven are all doubts through various injuries. The absence of these key players could impact Spurs' defensive solidity and attacking prowess.

Bournemouth face their own injury woes, with Enes Unal (knee), Marcos Senesi (thigh), and Adam Smith (muscle) all unavailable, while Illia Zabarnyi is suspended. Ryan Christie is also a doubt with a knock. These absences could hinder Bournemouth's defensive organisation and attacking options.

Tottenham Hotspur: Vicario; Porro, Danso, Gray, Udogie; Bentancur, Maddison, Kulusevski; Johnson, Tel, Son.

AFC Bournemouth: Kepa; Cook, Hill, Huijsen, Kerkez; Adams, Scott; Semenyo, Kluivert, Ouattara; Evanilson.

Postecoglou is likely to stick with a 4-3-3 formation, focusing on quick transitions and exploiting the flanks. Expect Son Heung-min and Dejan Kulusevski to provide width and creativity, with James Maddison orchestrating play from midfield.

Bournemouth may opt for a 4-2-3-1 setup, aiming to solidify their defence while utilising the pace of Justin Kluivert and the threat of Evanilson upfront. Kyle Adams' role in midfield will be pivotal in breaking up Spurs' attacks.

• Son Heung-min vs. Lewis Cook: Son's pace and trickery will test Bournemouth's defence, particularly in the potential absence of so many of the Cherries defensive options.
• James Maddison vs. Tyler Adams: Maddison's creativity against Adams’ defensive tenacity will be crucial in determining midfield dominance.
  
• Brennan Johnson vs. Milos Kerkez: Johnson's recent goal-scoring form will challenge Kerkez’s defensive capabilities.
  

Tottenham Hotspur's Son Heung-min recently became the club's all-time leading assist provider in the Premier League, surpassing the previous record with 69 assists. His vision and creativity continue to be instrumental for Spurs' attacking endeavours.

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