AFC Bournemouth vs Everton Predictions

Bournemouth vs Everton predictions for this Premier League clash. Bournemouth and Everton face off at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday in their first Premier League match of 2025, with both sides eager to secure a positive start to the new year. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

Premier League | Jan 4, 2025 at 3pm UK at Vitality Stadium

AFC Bournemouth vs Everton Predictions

Can Bournemouth Keep Flying High or Will Everton Pull Off a Vitality Shock?

• Late Goal Specialists: Bournemouth have scored 10 goals after the 85th minute this season, the most in the Premier League by a significant margin.
• Everton’s Travel Woes: The Toffees have only won one of their last 20 away league games, underscoring their struggles on the road.
• Dominant at the Vitality: Bournemouth are unbeaten at home against Everton in the Premier League, winning their last four encounters.

Our Tips

The Vitality Stadium is poised for an intriguing clash as Bournemouth host Everton in their first Premier League fixture of 2025. Bournemouth, riding a wave of confidence, are unbeaten in their last seven matches, an unprecedented feat for the Cherries in the Premier League. Their high-pressing game under Andoni Iraola has made them a force to be reckoned with, and the home crowd will undoubtedly expect another strong showing.

Everton, on the other hand, find themselves in a vastly different situation. The Toffees are desperately seeking inspiration after a dismal 2024, which saw them rank near the bottom of the EFL for wins in a calendar year. Sean Dyche’s side are just two points clear of the relegation zone, and their lack of firepower in front of goal has been a recurring issue. Can Everton pull off a shock and silence their critics, or will Bournemouth continue their impressive push for a European place?

Best Bet: Bournemouth to Win

Bournemouth’s current form is difficult to ignore, making a home win the standout option for this match. The Cherries have developed an uncanny ability to rescue points late in games, evidenced by their 10 goals scored after the 85th minute this season—more than any other Premier League side. This never-say-die attitude under Iraola has transformed them into genuine contenders for European qualification.

Moreover, Bournemouth’s attacking numbers highlight their dominance. With 601 shots taken across 2024, only two teams surpassed their attacking output, underlining their ability to create chances. Everton, in stark contrast, have been abysmal in the final third, managing only 31 goals in the entirety of 2024. Their reliance on defensive organisation has proven ineffective when faced with dynamic, high-pressing teams like Bournemouth.

At the Vitality, Bournemouth have been formidable, winning four consecutive home games against Everton in the league. Furthermore, Everton have never secured a Premier League victory at this venue, a record that looks unlikely to change given their current struggles. Bournemouth’s energy, coupled with Everton’s poor away form—just one win in their last 20 away league games—points to a home win.

As BettingTips4You.com expert Graham Hartshorn summarised:
“Bournemouth’s attacking zest and relentless press are a nightmare for an Everton side struggling for goals and confidence. Expect the Cherries to take full advantage of their home fortress.”

The odds may not provide the largest return, but backing Bournemouth to win offers a blend of value and reliability given the current trajectories of both teams.

Correct Score Prediction: Bournemouth 2-0 Everton

A 2-0 victory for Bournemouth aligns perfectly with the dynamics of this fixture. While the Cherries have been prolific in creating chances, they might not run riot against an Everton side that, for all their attacking failings, have shown some defensive resolve in recent weeks. Bournemouth’s combination of patient build-up and sharp late-game execution should be enough to net them a couple of goals.

Everton’s glaring attacking deficiencies cannot be overstated. With Dominic Calvert-Lewin goalless in 14 matches and the team failing to score in seven of their last nine games, the Toffees are unlikely to trouble a well-drilled Bournemouth backline. Bournemouth’s resilience, combined with their ability to capitalise on Everton’s lacklustre defence, suggests a two-goal margin of victory.

The Cherries’ high press will likely overwhelm Everton’s midfield, forcing mistakes and creating openings for the likes of Justin Kluivert and Antoine Semenyo to exploit. At the other end, Everton’s lack of invention in the attacking third will play into Bournemouth’s hands.

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