Arsenal vs Bournemouth Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Premier League

• Tournament: Premier League
• Date: 3rd May
• Kick-off Time: 04:30 PM GMT

• Venue: Emirates Stadium

  Arsenal vs Bournemouth is set to take place at the Emirates Stadium on 3rd May in a Premier League fixture. The Gunners have had a disappointing Premier League campaign since they gave away a lot of points over the last few months, which has cost them the title.

  Arsenal were doing well, keeping up with Liverpool for the majority of the campaign until it they started dropping points. Despite failing to contend for the title, Arsenal are in second place with 67 points in 34 games, winning 18 matches, drawing 13, and losing only three. Their form in the last five matches has been decent as they two matches and drawn three.

  Bournemouth are far away from the European competition spots but can potentially secure a 7th or 8th-place finish, which would be a great feat as well. They are currently in 10th place with 50 points, winning 13 games, drawing 11, and losing 10. Their form in the last five matches has been decent as well. They have won one match, drawn three, and lost one. Bournemouth have fared well against some big six teams this season, managing a draw against Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Manchester United, and even a 2-0 win over Arsenal earlier in the league.

Arsenal vs Bournemouth Team News

Arsenal Team News

The Gunners have an extensive injury list. These are Calafiori (knee injury), Jorginho (rib injury), Gabriel Jesus, Tomiyasu (knee injury), Havertz (hamstring), Gabriel Maghalaes, and Thomas Partey. It is very likely that manager Mikel Arteta will even rest crucial players against Bournemouth since they have the second leg of the UCL semi-finals against PSG on 8th May, in which they are already trailing by a goal on aggregate.

Bournemouth Team News

The visitors have a few injury concerns of their own, namely Luis Sinisterra (hamstring injury), Christie, and Enes Unal. Evalinson will serve the suspension that he received in their previous 1-1 draw against Manchester United. Other than that, the majority of the squad is fit, and manager Andoni Iraola has a lot of options to choose from against Arsenal.

Arsenal vs Bournemouth Predicted Lineups

Arsenal Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Raya

Defenders: Zinchenko, Saliba, Kiwior, White

Midfielders: Lewis-Skelly, Rice, Merino

Forwards: Nwaneri, Sterling, Martinelli

Bournemouth Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Arrizabalaga

Defenders: Smith, Zabarnyl, Hujisen, Kerkez

Midfielders: Adams, Scott

Forwards: Semenyo, Tavernier, Kluivert, Outtara

Arsenal vs Bournemouth H2H Record

Arsenal and Bournemouth have faced each other 17 times in their history across all competitions, with Arsenal winning 13 times and Bournemouth winning only twice.

Key Players To Watch In Arsenal vs Bournemouth

Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal)

Martinelli has been one of the most consistent players for Arsenal this season. The Brazilian winger has scored seven goals and four assists to his name in 29 Premier League appearances. Although the goal and assist tally is a bit less considering his potential, it is worth noting that his contribution is more than just providing lethal crosses and creating a lot of chances. Martinelli is also a defensive powerhouse.

Antoine Semenyo (Bournemouth)

Semenyo has been a standout player for Bournemouth. In 33 Premier League appearances, he has scored nine goals and has five assists. He has already crossed his previous season's tally and is likely to score more as the 2024-2025 season comes to an end.

Arsenal vs Bournemouth Prediction

Although this match does look like an easy victory for Arsenal on paper, the reality is quite different since there is a strong chance that Mikel Arteta will rest a lot of crucial players, since they will face PSG just five days later. Moreover, they do not have much to play for and have a 5-point advantage over third-placed Newcastle United.

Prediction: Arsenal 2-1 Bournemouth

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