Sunday’s match between Bournemouth and Newcastle features two sides who went unbeaten on the opening Matchday last week.
The Cherries secured a 1-1 draw away at Nottingham Forest, while Newcastle were slightly fortunate to overcome Southampton 1-0 as they went down to 10 men early on.
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Bournemouth recent form
Bournemouth recorded two wins and two draws during their pre-season preparations ahead of 24/25, with victories against Rayo Vallecano and Girona.
Last week, they earned a point away at Nottingham Forest thanks to a late equaliser from Antoine Semenyo.
Bournemouth injury news
Enes Unal, Tyler Adams and David Brooks are missing for the Cherries.
Big-money signing Evanilson is in line for his first start after being bought to replace Dominic Solanke.
Last Bournemouth starting XI
Newcastle recent form
Newcastle won four out of their five pre-season friendlies versus Hill, Urawa Reds, Girona and Brest and lost against Yokohoma FM.
Last week, they defeated Southampton 1-0 thanks to a goal from Joelinton despite Fabian Schar being sent off in the first half.
Newcastle injury news
Sven Botman, Jamaal Lascelles, Lewis Miley and Callum Wilson all wont feature, though Wilson is edging close to a return from a lower back injury.
Sandro Tonali and Schar are suspended, with the Italian set to return from his betting ban next week.
Last Newcastle starting XI
Referee: David Coote
Assistants: Lee Betts, Craig Taylor
Fourth official: Simon Hooper
VAR: Tim Robinson
Assistant VAR: Neil Davies
Bournemouth – Player to Watch?
Bournemouth smashed their transfer record to sign Evanlison for a whopping £40.2 million so he’ll be thrown into the mix soon – and Solanke has big boots to fill.
Newcastle – Player to Watch?
Antony Gordon seems to have shaken off previous transfer reports and is now fully focused on performing for Newcastle.
Newcastle to win and Over 2.5 Goals Scored
Newcastle have won three of their last six away games. In five of Bournemouth’s last six home games there has been…
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Publish date : 2024-08-23 09:25:26
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