Bournemouth vs Leeds

Kick-off: September 27 2025, 15:00 BST
Venue: Elland Road

Leeds (4-3-3)

• Goalkeeper: K. Darlow
• Defenders: J. Bogle, J. Rodon, P. Struijk, G. Gudmundsson
• Midfielders: A. Stach, E. Ampadu, S. Longstaff
• Forwards: B. Aaronson, D. Calvert-Lewin, N. Okafor

Bournemouth (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: Đ. Petrović
• Defenders: Álex Jiménez, B. Diakité, M. Senesi, A. Truffert
• Midfielders: T. Adams, R. Christie
• Forwards: A. Semenyo, A. Adli, J. Kluivert, Evanilson

Leeds United have no significant absences reported ahead of the match, thereby fielding their strongest available side. In contrast, Bournemouth will miss L. Cook due to a jumpers knee injury, which might affect their midfield strength.

This match marks an important point in the seasons of both teams. Leeds currently sit in 12th place with 7 points, whereas Bournemouth is performing well in 4th with 10 points. A win for Leeds could lift them into the mid-table, while Bournemouth aims to solidify their Champions League ambitions.

Leeds have had a mixed start to their campaign with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last five matches. They’ve struggled to score consistently, notching only 4 goals in total. Bournemouth, on the other hand, is on an upward trajectory, with 3 wins and a draw in their last four fixtures, scoring 6 goals and showing a solid defense with only 5 goals conceded throughout the tournament.

• April 30 2023: Bournemouth 4-1 Leeds
• November 5 2022: Leeds 4-3 Bournemouth

Date: April 22 2026
Kick-off: 20:00 BST
Stadium: Vitality Stadium

Bournemouth (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: Đ. Petrović
• Defenders: Álex Jiménez, J. Hill, M. Senesi, A. Truffert
• Midfielders: A. Scott, R. Christie, D. Brooks, E. Kroupi
• Forwards: M. Tavernier, Evanilson

Leeds (3-4-2-1)

• Goalkeeper: K. Darlow
• Defenders: J. Justin, J. Bijol, P. Struijk
• Midfielders: J. Bogle, E. Ampadu, A. Tanaka, G. Gudmundsson
• Forwards: B. Aaronson, N. Okafor, D. Calvert-Lewin

Bournemouth faces Leeds in a pivotal Premier League match, with both teams seeking to solidify their positions. Bournemouth is currently 9th, aiming for a late push towards European competition, while Leeds sits in 15th, looking to secure safety.

Bournemouth: The Cherries have enjoyed a strong run recently with two wins followed by two draws, showing resilience in their gameplay. With a total of 50 goals scored this season, their attacking prowess has been notable, but they also need to tighten up defensively to reduce the 50 goals conceded.

Leeds: Similarly, Leeds has found form with two wins and two draws in their last four outings. Despite scoring 42 goals this season, their defensive issues are evident with 49 goals conceded, which has prevented them from climbing higher in the table. Their away form remains a concern, having secured just 2 wins on the road.

• September 27 2025: Leeds 2 - 2 Bournemouth
• April 30 2023: Bournemouth 4 - 1 Leeds
• November 5 2022: Leeds 4 - 3 Bournemouth