Wolves vs Bournemouth

Bournemouth vs Wolves Match Preview

Match details

Kick-off: August 23 2025, 15:00 BST
Stadium: Vitality Stadium

Confirmed lineups

Bournemouth (4-1-4-1)

• Goalkeeper: Đ. Petrović
• Defenders: A. Smith, B. Diakité, M. Senesi, A. Truffert
• Midfielders: T. Adams, A. Semenyo, A. Scott, M. Tavernier
• Forwards: D. Brooks, Evanilson

Wolves (3-4-3)

• Goalkeeper: José Sá
• Defenders: M. Doherty, E. Agbadou, Toti Gomes
• Midfielders: K. Hoever, J. Arias, João Gomes, D. Møller Wolfe
• Forwards: M. Munetsi, J. Strand Larsen, J. Bellegarde

Missing players

Bournemouth faces significant absences with R. Christie (Injured Doubtful), L. Cook (Knee injury), E. Ünal (Ruptured cruciate ligament), and J. Kluivert (Injured Doubtful) unable to contribute. Their injuries could impact team chemistry and performance.

Wolves currently have no reported missing players, which gives them an advantage heading into this crucial fixture.

Match background

This match is crucial for both teams as they look to secure their first points of the Premier League season. Bournemouth sits in 16th place, while Wolves are at the bottom in 20th, so a victory is essential for both to avoid early relegation battles.

Recent form

Bournemouth has struggled recently, suffering a defeat in their only Premier League match thus far, where they conceded four goals while scoring two. Their defensive frailties need addressing if they hope to achieve a positive result.

Wolves are also in disappointing form, having lost their recent match without scoring. They conceded four goals and will need to improve defensively to avoid a similar fate against Bournemouth.

Head-to-head record

• February 22 2025: Bournemouth 0 - 1 Wolves
• November 30 2024: Wolves 2 - 4 Bournemouth
• April 24 2024: Wolves 0 - 1 Bournemouth
• October 21 2023: Bournemouth 1 - 2 Wolves

Prediction

This match could potentially see both teams struggling to find the back of the net, given their recent performances. Betting tip: Under 2.5 Goals might be a wise bet, considering both teams have shown scoring difficulties.