The 2024-25 Premier League campaign has been quite a rocky one for the footballing powerhouse Manchester United. Well, the same could be said of AFC Bournemouth as both teams’ performance is speckled with losses, draws and a few victories.
However, a fresh matchday brings with it a new opportunity to claim the three points that are up for grabs. The Man Utd vs Bournemouth fixture is highly awaited as the Red Devils will host the Cherries at Old Trafford. Let’s look at the detailed match preview, inclusive of team forms and analyses.
- Day and Date: Sunday, December 22, 2024
- Time: 2:00 PM (UK Time)
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
- Where to watch in the UK: Sky Sports
Man Utd vs Bournemouth: Team Analyses
Whether it be the sacking of their boss Erik ten Hag or Ruben Amorim taking over the managerial tasks, Manchester United have had a rollercoaster of a season so far. Amidst all the changes and chaos, the Red Devils have managed to win 6 matches, with a similar number of losses and 4 draws, securing 22 points and landing on the 13th position on the league table.
After ending the 2023-24 season in the 12th position on the league table, Bournemouth have had a comparatively good campaign this year. After securing 7 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses, it stands 6th on the table with 25 points.
Premier League Season Highlights
| Manchester United | Stats | Bournemouth |
| 13 | League position | 6 |
| 6 | Won | 7 |
| 4 | Drawn | 4 |
| 6 | Lost | 5 |
| 22 | Total points | 25 |
| 21 | Goals scored | 24 |
| 19 | Goals conceded | 21 |
| 22 | Goal difference | 25 |
| 1.31 | Avg goals scored per match | 1.5 |
| 1.19 | Avg goals conceded per match | 1.31 |
| 152 | Shots | 187 |
| 78 | Shots on target | 88 |
| 74 | Shots off target | 99 |
| 56 | Blocked shots | 83 |
| 85.7% | Passing accuracy | 79.24% |
| 6 | Clean sheets | 2 |
| 2.19 | Chances created per match | 2.19 |
Man Utd vs Bournemouth: Team Forms
| Manchester United Results | AFC Bournemouth Results |
| Man City 1-2 Man Utd
(Dec 15, 2024: Premier League) |
Bournemouth 1-1 West Ham
(Dec 16, 2024: Premier League) |
| Viktoria Plzen 1-2 Man Utd
(Dec 12, 2024: UEFA Europa League) |
Ipswich Town 1-2 Bournemouth
(Dec 8, 2024: Premier League) |
| Man Utd 2-3 Nottingham Forest
(Dec 7, 2024: Premier League) |
Bournemouth 1-0 Tottenham Hotspurs
(Dec 5, 2024: Premier League) |
| Arsenal 2-0 Man Utd
(Dec 4, 2024: Premier League) |
Wolverhampton 2-4 Bournemouth
(Nov 30, 2024: Premier League) |
| Man Utd 4-0 Everton
(Dec 1, 2024: Premier League) |
Bournemouth 1-2 Brighton
(Nov 23, 2024: Premier League) |
Man Utd vs Bournemouth: Latest Team News
Manchester United injured players: Luke Shaw (muscle injury), Mason Mount (leg injury), Noussair Mazraoui, Jonny Evans
AFC Bournemouth injured players: Rico Henry (knee injury), Aaron Hickey (hamstring), Josh Dasilva (knee injury), Gustavo Nunes (back injury), Mathias Jensen (hamstring)
Man Utd vs Bournemouth: Previous Meetings
- Apr 13, 2024: Bournemouth 2-2 Man Utd (Premier League)
- Dec 09, 2023: Man Utd 0-3 Bournemouth (Premier League)
- May 20, 2023: Bournemouth 0-1 Man Utd (Premier League)
- Jan 03, 2023: Man Utd 3-0 Bournemouth (Premier League)
- Jul 04, 2020: Man Utd 5-2 Bournemouth (Premier League)
Man United’s performance has significantly improved after Amorim took over, and their 2-1 victory over Man City is a testimonial to this change. However, Bournemouth has also bagged victories against Man City and Spurs this season. Their previous meeting ended with a tie, so both teams will fight to win the three points.
Man Utd have conceded 42% of their goals from corners in this season. Will Andoni Iraola’s tactical philosophy of player positioning help them with a win or will Amorim’s men adjust to his flexible style of play and secure back-to-back victories? All remains to be seen as the Red Devils face off the Cherries this Sunday.
Man Utd vs Bournemouth: Odds as per 7bet
| Manchester United (1) | x | Bournemouth (2) |
| 9/11 | 3/1 | 14/5 |
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