Manchester United vs Bournemouth Preview
- Tournament: English Premier League
- Date: Sunday, December 22
- Kick-off Time: 02:00 PM GMT
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester.
Giants Manchester United are set to host AFC Bournemouth next, and this will be the 17th English Premier League 2024-25 game for both sides. Any other person would term Manchester United the favourites, but regular followers know they are not, at least not this season. Bournemouth are having an edge, they have a way better form than a disturbed Man Utd.
Hosts Manchester United continue to blow hot and cold under their new head coach Ruben Amorim. In total, they have six wins, four draws, and six losses in 16 games. They lost their last game to Tottenham Hotspur 4-3, in what was a goal fest and thriller. They are desperately in need of wins as only full points repeatedly can shoot up their position in the points table.
AFC Bournemouth are surprisingly doing way better than expected. They are unbeaten in four of their last five games. The team is placed sixth with 25 points, just two less than defending champions Manchester City. An iconic win at the grand Old Trafford would not only up their morale but also their chance of a slot in the top 5, so nothing but a win can make them happy.
Manchester United Team News
Manchester United FC have the availability of three players concerning them. Mason Mount is injured in the Manchester Derby, Luke Shaw is suffering from a long-term injury, and Marcus Rashford has been kept aside, raising concerns in the Ruben Amorim squad.
AFC Bournemouth Team News
AFC Bournemouth will be missing Marcos Senesi, Julian Araujo, and Marcus Tavernier for this game.
Manchester United vs Bournemouth Predicted Lineups
Manchester United predicted lineup:
Goalkeeper: Onana
Defenders: Yoro, Maguire, Martinez
Midfielders: Mazraoui, Mainoo, Fernandes, Dalot
Forward: Amad, Hojlund, Garnacho
AFC Bournemouth Predicted Lineup:
Goalkeeper: Kepa
Defenders: A. Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez
Midfielders: Christie, Cook; Semenyo, Kluivert, Ouattara
Forward: Evanilson
Head-to-Head Record
Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth have met a total of 22 times to date only. The Red Devils have won 14 games, AFC Bournemouth have won only 4 matches, while 4 of the matches ended in a draw. Records indicate that Man United have been by far the better side. The two sides first clashed in 1949.
| Score | Competition | Date |
| AFC Bournemouth 2-2 Manchester United | Premier League | April 13, 2024 |
| Manchester United 0-3 AFC Bournemouth | Premier League | December 09, 2023 |
| AFC Bournemouth 0-1 Manchester United | Premier League | May 20, 2023 |
| Manchester United 3-0 AFC Bournemouth | Premier League | January 03, 2023 |
| Manchester United 5-2 AFC Bournemouth | Premier League | July 04, 2020 |
Key Players to Watch in Manchester United vs Bournemouth
Rasmus Højlund (Manchester United)
The No. 9 joined Manchester United last summer from Atalanta for a big fee, but his performance hasn’t justified the price tag yet. He has only 23 goals and three assists in 62 games for the Red Devils. This season he has only two EPL goals. He has been good in the Europa, but that’s not enough to justify his quality in the EPL.
Now, with Rashford getting sidelined this is another opportunity for the forward to shine with less pressure or competition. If he can pull up a charming few goals here, he can be seriously considered as an option by Amorim in the front.
Antoine Semenyo (AFC Bournemouth)
The right-winger also joined in 2023 but in the winters. He has played exceptional football in the initial games, but now it looks tough for him to score or even assist. If he ups his game, it would be easier for AFC Bournemouth to maintain a good run.
He had a goal against Manchester City this season itself, and surely that is enough to give him the confidence to score against another Manchester giant, with a much weaker defense.
Manchester United vs Bournemouth Prediction
Manchester United are expected to win this game after a tough fight, for their added home advantage. They have a better side, but form is not on their side so the game will be close. But Amorim with his new tactics can let the hosts feel full three points in this one.
Predicted Score: Manchester United 4-3 AFC Bournemouth
Where to Watch Manchester United vs Bournemouth Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | NBC platforms |
| UK | Sky Sports |
| India | Star Sports/Disney+ Hotstar |
FAQs
Q. When is Manchester United vs Bournemouth?
The English Premier League Manchester United vs Bournemouth game will be played on 22nd December at the Old Trafford, Greater Manchester.
Q. Where to watch Manchester United vs Bournemouth live for free?
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Q. What is the predicted score in Manchester United vs Bournemouth?
The predicted score for Manchester United vs Bournemouth is Manchester United 4-3 AFC Bournemouth.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Manchester United vs Bournemouth?
Manchester United FC and AFC Bournemouth have met a total of 22 times to date only. Manchester United have won 14 games, AFC Bournemouth have won only 4 matches, while 4 of the matches ended in a draw.