Match Pack: AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United

On 25th August 2024, AFC Bournemouth will face Newcastle United in what promises to be an intriguing Premier League clash. Historically, these teams have been closely matched, with Bournemouth winning 3 times, Newcastle 5 times, and 5 matches ending in a draw over their last 13 meetings. Their encounters usually see goals, with an average of 2.77 goals per game and BTTS occurring 69% of the time.

AFC Bournemouth have shown strong form at home, averaging 2.25 points per game this season, while Newcastle have been decent on the road, averaging 1.8 points per game. Given the balanced history and both teams’ good form in their respective environments, this match is likely to be closely contested. Expect both teams to score in a match that could easily end in another draw, potentially with a scoreline like 1-1 or 2-2.

Insights

• AFC Bournemouth and Newcastle United will face each other on 25th August 2024 in the Premier League.
• Previous meeting ended with Newcastle United winning 1-0.
• In the last 13 encounters, Bournemouth has won 3 matches, Newcastle United has won 5, and 5 have ended in a draw.
• Bournemouth is in good home form; Newcastle is performing well away.
• Previous matches between Bournemouth and Newcastle have averaged 2.77 goals.
• Both teams have scored (BTTS) in 69% of their previous matches.
• This season, Bournemouth has averaged 2.25 Points Per Game at home.
• Newcastle has averaged 1.8 Points Per Game in away matches this season.

Match Forecast

• AFC Bournemouth may capitalize on free-kick opportunities.
• Newcastle United FC could struggle with giving away dangerous set-piece situations.
• Both teams may find success in attacking down the left wing.
• Bournemouth’s comeback ability might be tested if they fall behind.
• There might be a high number of aerial duels, as both teams use long balls and crosses.
• Defensive lapses from individual errors could impact Bournemouth.
• Both teams might struggle to maintain consistent ball possession.
• Bournemouth’s weakness in aerial duels could be exploited by Newcastle’s strong finishing.
• Newcastle’s rotational squad might impact their defensive consistency.
• Aggressive play could lead to fouls and potential set-piece goals for Bournemouth.

Match Facts

• The most frequent result between AFC Bournemouth and Newcastle United is 2-2, occurring in 3 matches.
• In their last 6 home games against Newcastle United, AFC Bournemouth has secured 1 win, 3 draws, and 2 losses, with a goal difference of 10-8 favoring Newcastle United.
• Over 13 encounters, AFC Bournemouth has won 3 times, drawn 5 times, and lost 5 times to Newcastle United, with Newcastle leading the goal tally 19-17.
• Last season’s matches ended with AFC Bournemouth winning 2-0 at home and a 2-2 draw away.
• Newcastle United is currently on a 3-match winning streak.
• AFC Bournemouth has managed to score in each of their last 7 consecutive matches.
• Newcastle United has kept a clean sheet in their last 3 games.
• AFC Bournemouth wins the first half in 26% of their matches compared to 42% for Newcastle United.
• AFC Bournemouth wins 26% of their halftimes, while Newcastle United wins 42%.
• The last meeting between the teams ended in a 2-2 draw.
• When leading 1-0 at home, AFC Bournemouth wins 69% of their matches.
• When leading 1-0 away, Newcastle United wins 80% of their matches.
• When trailing 0-1 at home, AFC Bournemouth wins 22% of their matches.
• When trailing 1-0 away, Newcastle United has not managed a win.
• Newcastle United has shown better performance than AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League.
• In the last 5 matches, Newcastle United’s performance surpasses that of AFC Bournemouth.
• In their last 5 encounters, AFC Bournemouth and Newcastle United have each won 1 match, with 3 ending in draws.
• On average, AFC Bournemouth scores 1.2 goals against Newcastle United, while Newcastle scores 1 goal.
• The average number of goals in matches between AFC Bournemouth and Newcastle United is 2.2.
• The average number of first-half goals in their encounters is 0.4.
• AFC Bournemouth averages 1.65 goals at home, while Newcastle United averages 1.69 goals away.