Bournemouth vs Arsenal takes place in Round 20 of the 2025–26 Premier League, with kick-off scheduled for 23:00 PM on Saturday, 3 January 2026. The match will be played at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth under very cold winter conditions, with temperatures expected to drop to 1°C on a grass surface.
Arsenal arrive in strong form and firmly in the title race, while Bournemouth continue to show resilience but struggle to convert draws into wins. With contrasting momentum and quality, this fixture sets up as a classic test of structure versus firepower.
Match Overview – Bournemouth vs Arsenal
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Bournemouth vs Arsenal |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Matchweek | Round 20 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Saturday, 3 January 2026 – 23:00 PM |
| Venue | Vitality Stadium |
| Location | Bournemouth, Dorset, England |
| Capacity | 11,286 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Referee | Chris Kavanagh |
| Weather | 1°C – Very Cold |
Bournemouth are expected to sit compact and attack through transitions, while Arsenal will dominate possession and apply sustained pressure through their wide forwards.
Recent Form Guide – Bournemouth vs Arsenal
AFC Bournemouth – Form Guide
| Result | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Draw | Chelsea | 2–2 | AFC Bournemouth | 30/12 |
| Loss | Brentford | 4–1 | AFC Bournemouth | 27/12 |
| Draw | AFC Bournemouth | 1–1 | Burnley | 20/12 |
| Draw | Manchester United | 4–4 | AFC Bournemouth | 15/12 |
| Draw | AFC Bournemouth | 0–0 | Chelsea | 06/12 |
Arsenal – Form Guide
| Result | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | Arsenal | 4–1 | Aston Villa | 30/12 |
| Win | Arsenal | 2–1 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 27/12 |
| Win | Arsenal | 1–1 | Crystal Palace | 23/12 |
| Win | Everton | 0–1 | Arsenal | 20/12 |
| Win | Arsenal | 2–1 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | 13/12 |
Head-to-Head – Bournemouth vs Arsenal
Overall Premier League Record
- Played: 16
- Bournemouth Wins: 3
- Draws: 2
- Arsenal Wins: 11
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 May 2025 | Arsenal | 1–2 | Bournemouth |
| 19 Oct 2024 | Bournemouth | 2–0 | Arsenal |
| 04 May 2024 | Arsenal | 3–0 | Bournemouth |
| 30 Sep 2023 | Bournemouth | 0–4 | Arsenal |
| 04 Mar 2023 | Arsenal | 3–2 | Bournemouth |
Despite Arsenal’s overall dominance, Bournemouth have won two of the last five meetings, proving they can trouble the Gunners on their day.
Top Scorers
- Bournemouth: Antoine Semenyo – 9 goals, 3 assists (18 matches)
- Arsenal: Leandro Trossard – 5 goals, 4 assists (15 matches)
Semenyo remains Bournemouth’s main attacking outlet, while Arsenal spread goals across multiple forwards.
Predicted Lineups – Bournemouth vs Arsenal
AFC Bournemouth (4-2-3-1)
Djordje Petrovic – Adam Smith, James Hill, Alex Scott, Adrien Truffert – Marcus Tavernier, Lewis Cook – Alex Jimenez, Justin Kluivert, Antoine Semenyo – Evanilson
Arsenal (4-3-3)
David Raya – Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel, Piero Hincapié – Martin Ødegaard, Martin Zubimendi, Mikel Merino – Bukayo Saka, Viktor Gyökeres, Gabriel Martinelli
Final lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
| Team | Missing Players | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth | Matai Akinmboni, Veljko Milosavljevic, Ryan Christie, Tyler Adams, Ben Doak | Injury |
| Arsenal | Cristhian Mosquera, Riccardo Calafiori, Declan Rice, Max Dowman | Injury |
Statistical Projection – Bournemouth vs Arsenal
| Metric | Bournemouth | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 22% | 52% |
| Draw Probability | 26% | – |
| Possession | 40–44% | 56–60% |
| Shots on Target | 3–4 | 5–7 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.9–1.2 | 1.8–2.3 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 18% | 34% |
| Total Goals (Range) | – | 2–3 Goals |
| Corners | 3–5 | 6–8 |
| Most Likely Scorer | Antoine Semenyo | Bukayo Saka |
Prediction Summary – Bournemouth vs Arsenal
Why Bournemouth Could Compete
- Strong defensive organization
- High confidence from recent draws against top teams
- Semenyo’s pace on counter-attacks
Why Arsenal Are Favored
- Excellent current form
- Superior squad depth and attacking quality
- Strong away performances
- Control in midfield through Ødegaard and Zubimendi
Bournemouth are likely to frustrate early, but Arsenal’s sustained pressure and quality in wide areas should eventually break them down.
Final Score Prediction : Bournemouth 1–3 Arsenal
Likely Scorers:
- Arsenal: Bukayo Saka, Viktor Gyökeres, Gabriel Martinelli
- Bournemouth: Antoine Semenyo
Confidence Levels:
- Arsenal Win – 52%
- Draw – 26%
- Bournemouth Win – 22%
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Suggested Tips:
- Arsenal to Win
- Over 2.5 Total Goals
- Anytime Scorer: Bukayo Saka
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FAQs – Bournemouth vs Arsenal
1.What time is Bournemouth vs Arsenal?
Kick-off is at 23:00 PM on Saturday, 3 January 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At the Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth, Dorset, England.
3.What is the predicted score for Bournemouth vs Arsenal?
A 3–1 away win for Arsenal is the most likely outcome based on form, squad quality, and statistical projections.