AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester United FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester United FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Manchester United head to the Vitality Stadium on Sunday still searching for their first Premier League win since March, as they face a spirited Bournemouth side eager to pile on the pressure. The visitors arrive on the back of two straight Premier League defeats, the latest a narrow 1-0 loss to Wolves. Meanwhile, Bournemouth couldn't capitalize on a second-half advantage against ten-man Crystal Palace, settling for a goalless draw. In short, both teams will be looking for a win on Sunday. 

Current Standings: United’s patchy league form sees them stuck in 14th with 38 points, while 8th-placed Bournemouth with 49 points will be eyeing to narrow the gap between themselves and the top seven. 

Head-to-Head Record: United enjoys an overall advantage over the Cherries in head-to-head stats with a win-loss record of 9-4 with 2 draws.

TEAMS PREVIEW

AFC Bournemouth Preview

After Bournemouth's frustrating draw with Crystal Palace, manager Andoni Iraola didn’t hold back. “It’s disappointing, yes,” he admitted. “We didn’t have the creativity. They were defending basically their box… you have to be super creative in those small spaces.” A point earned, but plenty to ponder—that seemed to sum up the mood in the Bournemouth camp after a frustrating night against Palace.

Yet, the Cherries still have Europe in sight, with a top-eight finish potentially enough for a Conference League spot depending on the FA Cup outcome. But with just one win in their last seven, their current form hardly screams continental contenders.

Key Stats

1. Bournemouth’s 49-point haul marks their best-ever Premier League season, edging past last year’s tally of 48—a small milestone amid their European push.
2. The Cherries will be chasing a rare feat come Sunday—three straight Premier League clean sheets, something they haven’t managed since November 2019.
3. Bournemouth have lost four of their last five matches at home.
4. Justin Kluivert is AFC Bournemouth's top scorer in the Premier League for the 2024–25 season, with 12 goals. 

Team News 

Bournemouth remain without long-term absentees Enes Ünal and Ryan Christie, both still working their way back to fitness. Luis Sinisterra’s hamstring issue also rules him out, with manager Andoni Iraola confirming it won't heal in time. Meanwhile, Lewis Cook faces a late fitness test after battling through an ankle injury despite featuring off the bench against Palace.

Bournemouth  Probable XI - Kepa (GK); Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Cook, Adams; Semenyo, Kluivert, Ouattara; Evanilson

Manchester United FC Preview

Manchester United's Premier League form has taken a sharp dive, with just four wins in 2025 and a frustrating winless streak stretching to four matches. While their run in the Europa League is praiseworthy, their league struggles have raised questions. And one of the reasons for their struggles have been their inability to find the back of the net. 

United's attacking woes were laid bare against Wolves, managing just two shots on target from 12 attempts. With 13 games without a goal this season, only Leicester and Everton have fared worse. The last time they went scoreless in more league matches? 1989-90, with 16 blanks.

Key Stats 

1. Not since the 1989-90 season have United lost more matches in PL than they have in this season with 15 defeats.
2. They have managed to win only once in their last seven away league games.
3. Bruno Fernandes leads Manchester United's goal contribution charts in the Premier League with 8 goals and 9 assists. 

Team News 

Amorim dropped a bombshell in Friday's presser, revealing that Diogo Dalot has picked up a calf injury that could keep him out for the remainder of the season. The right-back now joins an ever-growing list of casualties that includes Zirkzee, Martinez, Collyer, De Ligt, Heaven, and Diallo. However, there’s a glimmer of hope for Diallo, with rumors suggesting he could be back in team training as soon as next week. 

Manchester United Probable XI - Onana (GK); Mazraoui, Maguire, Yoro; Dorgu, Ugarte, Fernandes, Amass; Mount, Garnacho; Hojlund

AFC BOURNEMOUTH vs MANCHESTER UNITED FC
Winning Prediction

The Cherries aren't just chasing points on Sunday—they're chasing history. After dismantling Manchester United 3-0 in December, Bournemouth now have the chance to become the sixth team this season to do the league double over the Red Devils. With United likely to have one eye on their Europa League semi-final, Amorim may opt to rotate—opening the door for Bournemouth to pounce.

AFC Bournemouth to Win (1-0)

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