AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United
Premier League this season
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| 5 | 20 | 35 | 12 | |
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| Bet | AFC Bournemouth |
| Stake | 0.75 unit |
| Odds | 2.85 |
| Bookmaker | nordicbet |
Howe returns to Bournemouth for Newcastle's maiden away trip.
As Bournemouth aims to rejuvenate their August fortunes with the debut of record-signing Evanilson, Newcastle seeks consecutive wins under Eddie Howe’s watchful eye in an emotional return to Vitality Stadium for this intriguing Premier League encounter.
AFC Bournemouth
Bournemouth aim to begin their home campaign positively as they host Newcastle at the Vitality Stadium on Sunday afternoon. After securing a 1-1 draw on the opening day with a late equaliser, they received a boost with their club-record signing of striker Evanilson for £40.2 million.
The Brazilian forward's arrival addresses the gap left by Dominic Solanke’s departure. Though Bournemouth seek a victory, they've managed just one win in their last nine Premier League encounters with Newcastle. Furthermore, the Cherries have struggled historically in August, failing to secure a win in eight attempts during this month.
Club-record signing Evanilson, who scored 13 league goals for Porto last season, is set to make his debut. “Evanilson trained well, and he will for sure be involved in the game,” noted Andoni Iraola in a pre-match press conference. Bournemouth is expected to use a 4-2-3-1 formation with Semenyo in attack.
However, the Cherries will have to manage without Tyler Adams and Enes Ünal, both sidelined due to injuries.
Newcastle United
Ten-man Newcastle began their league campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Southampton. The decisive goal came from Joelinton just before halftime, despite the team's numerical disadvantage in the second half.
Fabian Schär received a controversial red card two minutes before the half-hour mark. The Magpies now aim for back-to-back victories as they visit Bournemouth on the second day of the Premier League season.
Newcastle hopes to win their first two Premier League games for the first time since the 1997/98 season. Eddie Howe, reflecting on his return to Bournemouth where he spent 11 years as manager, said, ‘It's a fixture that means a lot to us as staff because of our time with the football club, but I think it's never been any different.’
Despite anticipating an emotional reunion with the opposing fans, Howe emphasized the importance of focusing on a win. ‘When you turn up for a game, you're there to win and to give your best, trying to do everything you can to get all three important points for us currently,’ he stated.
A 4-3-3 formation with Alexander Isak, teaming up with Anthony Gordon and Jacob Murphy in attack, is expected. Fabian Schär is suspended for this clash after his red card in the previous match.
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