Bournemouth welcome Chelsea to the Vitality Stadium on Saturday, looking to arrest a worrying slide in form.
The Cherries remain winless in their last five matches. Furthermore, they lost their unbeaten home record midweek against Everton. Consequently, Andoni Iraola demands a strong response from his players today. They face a Chelsea side that recently showed vulnerability on the road.
On a positive note, the return of key players from suspension boosts the hosts. Marcos Senesi and David Brooks are available again. This adds much-needed depth and quality. However, the team must cope without their midfield engine room. Suspensions rule out both Tyler Adams and Lewis Cook. Therefore, finding the right balance in the centre of the park remains crucial to their chances.
Bournemouth team news
Andoni Iraola faces a midfield selection headache ahead of this fixture. Because Tyler Adams and Lewis Cook serve suspensions, Marcus Tavernier may drop deeper alongside Alex Scott.
In defence, the return of Marcos Senesi provides a huge plus. Likely, he partners Bafodé Diakité at centre-back. Hopefully, this change offers more stability against a dangerous Chelsea attack.
Up front, Evanilson pushes to replace Eli Junior Kroupi. Kroupi has struggled for goals recently and may drop to the bench. Meanwhile, Antoine Semenyo desperately wants to end his goal drought and will likely start on the wing. The creative Justin Kluivert will support him. Additionally, David Brooks offers another option to start in the attacking trio after his return.
Bournemouth predicted Lineup
Bournemouth predicted XI: Petrovic; Jimenez, Diakite, Senesi, Truffert; Scott, Tavernier; Brooks, Kluivert, Semenyo; Evanilson
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday, 6 December 2025. Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00 GMT.
How to watch Bournemouth vs Chelsea?
This match will not be broadcast live in the UK due to the 15:00 GMT Saturday blackout. Highlights will be available on BBC’s Match of the Day at 22:20 GMT.
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