After successfully returning to the Premier League, Bournemouth will strive to avoid ending their season on a sour note. Following two consecutive defeats for the first time since early March, Gary O’Neil lamented the team’s “poor” performance in their duel against Crystal Palace (0-2) last week, prompting an immediate demand for improvement today. The Cherries’ defensive issues have intensified in recent weeks at home, as they have lost three out of four matches at the Vitality Stadium, conceding ten goals during this run. The hosts have been particularly vulnerable in the first 15 minutes on their own turf, conceding more goals during this period than any other team in the division, so a confident start here could be the main focus of the day. Today, Traore, Tavernier, Stanislas, Semenyo, and Fredericks will be unable to play due to a leg injury.
Manchester United is under serious pressure due to their position in the top four, especially after their rivals Liverpool have put together a seven-game winning streak. However, the Red Devils still have a game in hand, and that could be crucial in maintaining their one-point advantage, particularly considering their woeful away form, as they have failed to win in four consecutive away matches. Manager Erik ten Hag, who has achieved the most wins among all Manchester United managers in their debut season, insisted that “now is not the time to celebrate or be satisfied” after their 2-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers last weekend. With 20 victories and six draws in 35 matches, the visitors currently hold the fourth position. Today, Van de Beek, Martinez, Jones, Hutton, and Greenwood will be unable to help their team.
