Where to Watch Arsenal vs Bournemouth
Kick-off is set for 5:30 PM on Saturday, May 3. Tune in live on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League to catch the action as Arsenal faces Bournemouth in an electrifying Premier League encounter.
Arsenal vs Bournemouth: Prediction & Best Bet
Our prediction: A closely contested 1-1 draw.
Place a bet of 1pt at odds of 13-2 with bet365.
Look out for Ethan Nwaneri to have a shot on target.
Bet 1pt at 10-11 with bet365.
Arsenal vs Bournemouth Odds
Check out the latest odds ahead of this thrilling encounter:
Odds are accurate as of the time of publishing.
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Match Preview: Arsenal vs Bournemouth
Arsenal has their eyes set on loftier goals than simply securing second place in the Premier League. As they prepare to host Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium, the Gunners may face a challenge as the pressure mounts.
Recently, the stage at Arsenal has seen its share of ups and downs. The Gunners faced Paris Saint-Germain in a season-defining Champions League semi-final, where a shaky start saw them concede early. Mikel Arteta’s team struggled in midfield, particularly without the key presence of Thomas Partey.
However, the return of Partey could be pivotal as Arsenal vies for a comeback in the second leg of the European tie. As Arteta might rotate the squad to manage player fatigue, motivating the team after Tuesday’s setback won’t be easy.
Meanwhile, Bournemouth enters this match with aspirations for a top-half finish. Currently unbeaten in their last four Premier League matches—with three ending in draws—they are certainly no pushovers.
Key Stats
Remarkably, Arsenal has participated in three 1-1 draws since early March. Given the dynamics of both teams, another draw could well be on the cards.
Team News
Arsenal
Injuries: Riccardo Calafiori, Gabriel, Gabriel Jesus, Jorginho, Kai Havertz, and Takehiro Tomiyasu will miss out. However, a crucial boost comes with the return of Thomas Partey following his suspension.
Bournemouth
Unavailable: Enes Unal, Ryan Christie, and Luis Sinisterra are sidelined. Evanilson, however, is back in the squad after having his red card overturned.
Predicted Line-ups
Arsenal (4-3-3):
Raya; White, Saliba, Kiwior, Zinchenko; Odegaard, Rice, Partey; Nwaneri, Merino, Trossard.
Substitutes: Tierney, Saka, Martinelli, Timber, Sterling, Butler-Oyedeji, Lewis-Skelly.
Bournemouth (4-2-3-1):
Kepa; Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Adams, Cook; Semenyo, Kluivert, Ouattara; Evanilson.
Substitutes: Senesi, Brooks, Scott, Tavernier, Soler, Jebbison, Araujo.
Player Stats for Bet Builder
| Arsenal | Bournemouth | |
|---|---|---|
| Star Man | Declan Rice | Justin Kluivert |
| Top Goalscorer | Leandro Trossard (8) | Justin Kluivert (12) |
| Penalty Taker | Martin Odegaard | Justin Kluivert |
| Most Assists | Declan Rice (7) | Justin Kluivert (6) |
| Most Shots | Leandro Trossard (66) | Antoine Semenyo (118) |
| Most Cards | Declan Rice (5) | Antoine Semenyo (9) |
| Aerial Threat | Mikel Merino | Dean Huijsen |
Stats refer to league games only; does not include unavailable players.
Bet Builder Predictions
Bournemouth or Draw Double Chance:
Arsenal may falter, distracted by European commitments, while Bournemouth’s unbeaten streak makes them a formidable opponent.
Ethan Nwaneri to have a shot:
Nwaneri has impressively managed 22 shots this season and poses a decent threat in this matchup.
Arsenal to have six or more corners:
With 230 corners so far, Arsenal is second only to Tottenham in the Premier League, averaging just short of 8 corners at home.
Payout at 2-1 with bet365.
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