Bournemouth
- Bournemouth are unbeaten in five matches (W2, D3), including back-to-back away wins over Arsenal and Newcastle United.
- Bournemouth have a chance to make a statement on Wednesday night when they host Leeds United at the Vitality Stadium, a ground where they have drawn their last two matches, but have lost just two of their 16 home Premier League games.
- The Cherries are having a fantastic season, sitting 8th in the Premier League table with 48 points from 33 games, a return that is certain to be exceeded given the momentum they have built over the last few weeks.
- The Cherries head coach has made Bournemouth into one of the most exciting teams to watch in the top-flight, pressing high up the pitch in a 4-2-3-1 system, transitioning quickly to hit on the counter-attack, and suffocating teams at home and away.
- They have lost just two of their 16 home Premier League games, winning six and drawing eight, and are averaging 1.44 goals per game whilst conceding just 1.06.
Leeds United
- Leeds United have found life tough on the road in the Premier League, winning just two, drawing seven, and losing seven, although the recent upturn in their form could signal the beginning of a more positive away record.
- The Whites are 15th in the table with 39 points from 33 matches, and they have struggled to maintain consistency this season.
- Daniel Farke has been pragmatic in his approach when necessary, especially in recent weeks, setting up in a 4-3-3 or a more physical 3-5-2 system to hold off opponents when they’ve been under pressure.
- Noah Okafor has stepped up and scored three of Leeds United’s last five goals, offering a spark in attack and aiding Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who is currently top of the scoring charts with ten goals in 29 Premier League appearances, offering a target and hold-up play.
- The Whites are averaging just 1.06 goals per game away from home and conceding 1.81, which could be their undoing against a free-flowing Bournemouth team.
Head-to-Head
- Bournemouth have won one and drawn one of their two most recent meetings with Leeds United in the Premier League.
- Leeds United have never won an away game against Bournemouth.
Key Players
- Noah Okafor: scored three of Leeds United’s last five goals and is offering a spark in attack.
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin: ten goals in 29 league appearances, providing a target and hold-up play.
Betting Insights
- The odds on a home win look fair at 2.1.
- BTTS is available at 1.61.
- Over 2.5 goals is priced at 1.81.
Prediction
Bournemouth’s recent form, home record, and much higher goal-scoring output make them favourites to come out on top against Leeds United on Wednesday, although I do expect both teams to score and over 2.5 goals in what could be a thrilling contest.
