Match Overview

AFC Bournemouth host Chelsea in a Premier League meeting where both sides seek momentum heading into the festive period. Bournemouth’s home form has shown organization and bite, while Chelsea’s away output has been efficient and disciplined. Recent meetings have been competitive, including a 2-2 draw earlier this year. Control in midfield and clinical finishing are likely to decide a tight contest.

• Fixture: AFC Bournemouth vs Chelsea
• Competition: Premier League
• Venue: Not provided
• Date: 06-12-2025
• Kickoff: 15:00

Predicted Lineups

AFC Bournemouth

• D. Petrovic
• M. Senesi
• A. Truffert
• B. Diakité
• A. Smith
• T. Adams
• A. Scott
• M. Tavernier
• A. Adli
• A. Semenyo
• Evanilson

Chelsea

• Robert Sánchez
• Marc Cucurella
• T. Chalobah
• R. James
• M. Gusto
• M. Caicedo
• E. Fernández
• Andrey Santos
• C. Palmer
• João Pedro
• Pedro Neto

Injury & Suspension Report

AFC Bournemouth

• B. Doak – Hamstring Injury
• R. Christie – Knee Injury
• M. Akinmboni – Muscle Injury
• L. Cook – Red Card
• T. Adams – Yellow Cards

Chelsea

• L. Colwill – Knee Injury
• M. Caicedo – Red Card
• M. Mudryk – Suspended
• R. Lavia – Thigh Injury
• Dário Essugo – Thigh Injury

Head-to-Head

Recent meetings have produced a modest goal flow, averaging just over two per game across the last six clashes. Over 18 encounters, Chelsea have 11 wins, Bournemouth have 4, and 3 have ended level. The last league meeting finished 2-2, underlining how competitive this fixture can be.

Match Analysis & Prediction

Bournemouth’s Cherries bring their coastal grit as they host Chelsea in a tactical Premier League showdown.

Bournemouth’s recent home stretch indicates steady progress: three wins and two draws in their last five at home with nine goals scored. Their approach blends organized pressing with quick transitions, using width and direct running to create chances. A. Semenyo’s pace and six-goal return this season provide a constant outlet, while A. Adli offers creative supply between the lines. Against similarly ranked opposition, Bournemouth have tended to keep games tight, averaging roughly one goal conceded and a little over a goal scored per match.

The Cherries’ narrow 2-3 loss to Sunderland highlighted both their attacking intent and the need for cleaner defensive moments late in games. The midfield pairing of T. Adams and A. Scott will be central to controlling tempo and aiding the back line against Chelsea’s surges. If Bournemouth sustain their pressing triggers without overcommitting, they can generate turnovers and feed Evanilson and Semenyo early.

Chelsea’s away form has been a strong pillar: 12 goals in their last five on the road and improved defensive stability, including a 1-1 draw at Arsenal where T. Chalobah scored. In attack, João Pedro has contributed four goals this season, while C. Palmer’s positioning between midfield and attack helps them progress through pressure. Availability will be a factor: M. Caicedo is listed with a red card in the report, which could shift responsibility onto E. Fernández and Andrey Santos to dictate midfield control if selection changes are made.

The tactical battleground sits in midfield. Bournemouth will look to compress space and strike in transition; Chelsea will aim for controlled possession, full-back involvement, and quick combinations around the box. Set-pieces and second balls could swing momentum, especially in a match likely decided by fine margins.

Prediction: A tight contest with few clear openings. Bournemouth’s home energy can match Chelsea’s away rhythm, making a draw the most probable outcome, with both sides likely to score.