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Bournemouth vs Manchester United Preview

• Tournament: Premier League
• Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025
• Kick-off Time: 1:00 pm GMT
• Venue: Vitality Stadium, United Kingdom

Matchday 34 of the 2024/25 Premier League season will include Bournemouth welcoming Manchester United at the Vitality Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The hosts have been one of the surprise packages in the Premier League this season, and are currently in eighth place with 49 points. Manchester United, on the other hand, is on the verge of finishing yet another underwhelming campaign. Peter Bankes will take the duty of officiating the Bournemouth vs Manchester United fixture.

Bournemouth will not be pleased with how the recent games have played out. In the last six games, the club has managed three defeats, two draws, and just a solitary win. This poor run of form comes after Bournemouth was in a spectacular position to secure one of the European places. Unfortunately, that goal seems a bit too far-stretched now. Nevertheless, the Cherries' fans will still be satisfied with an eighth-place finish. Justin Kluivert has been the go-to man for Bournemouth, scoring the most goals (12) and delivering the most assists (6).

Yet another campaign has gone by for Manchester United, and the actual results have fallen far short of expectations. The Red Devils have accumulated two wins, two draws, and two defeats in the last six outings. Under the new ownership, the club invested heavily in the summer transfer market, but the dismissal of Erik ten Hag mid-season caused an unnecessary amount of chaos. Ruben Amorim is still trying to figure out his best XI and is solely relying on the Europa League to save the season. United has conceded 1.4 goals per game in the league, which is only the tenth highest.

Bournemouth Team News

Enes Unal (Cruciate Ligament Injury), Luis Sinisterra (Hamstring Injury), and Ryan Christie (Groin Injury) will not be available for Bournemouth against Manchester United, giving Andoni Iraola plenty of headaches.

Manchester United Team News

Just as has been the case throughout the season, Manchester United is once again a victim of multiple injury issues. Ruben Amorim will not have the services of Amad Diallo, Ayden Heaven, Joshua Zirkzee, Lisandro Martines, Matthijs de Ligt, and Toby Collyer.

Bournemouth vs Manchester United Predicted Lineups

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

Goalkeeper: Kepa

Defenders: Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez

Midfielders: Scott, Adams, Kluivert

Forwards: Semenyo, Ouattara, Evanlison

Manchester United Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1):

Goalkeeper: Onana

Defenders: Mazraoui, Lindelof, Fredricson

Midfielders: Dorgu, Ugarte, Eriksen, Amass

Forwards: Garnacho, Mainoo, Hojlund

Bournemouth vs Manchester United H2H Record

Overall, in the last five games between the two sides, Bournemouth and Manchester United have won two games each, and one game has ended in a draw.

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Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United)

The emergence of Kobbie Mainoo has been one of the few positives for Manchester United in recent years. Mainoo has displayed his versatility and his ability to forge further dimensions to his game this season.

He has been deployed as an advanced midfielder by Amorim recently, and the youngster has repaid the trust in the best possible way so far. Kobbie Mainoo has 0.2 xAG and three progressive carries in the last five games.

Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth)

One of the biggest reasons for Bournemouth's success this season has been Dean Huijsen. The Spanish youngster plays as a left centre-back for the Cherries and is incredibly effective due to his ball-playing abilities.

The fact that Real Madrid is interested in his services says a lot about his performances this season. Hujisen is almost certain to leave Bournemouth after this season, with several Premier League clubs joining Madrid in the race for his signature. Dean Huijsen has six tackles, nine interceptions, and one block in his last five outings.

Bournemouth vs Manchester United Prediction

Bournemouth's recent poor run of form will certainly not hinder the team's confidence in going for the double over Manchester United.

Predicted Score: Bournemouth 2-1 Manchester United

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