Match Overview

The 7th-round fixture between Bournemouth and Fulham is scheduled to take place on October 3rd at the Vitality Stadium. This article provides a comprehensive match prediction, along with insights into team statistics and betting odds.

AFC Bournemouth Team Analysis

Andoni Iraola’s squad secured a 2-2 draw against Leeds in their previous away fixture, extending their unbeaten run in the to five matches (3 wins, 2 draws). This was also the first time during this impressive streak that the team conceded more than one goal. Notably, Bournemouth has only allowed one goal at home in the current campaign, ranking among the top defensive sides alongside Arsenal and Everton in this regard. The Cherries currently sit sixth in the league table with 11 points.

• The club has avoided defeat in 6 of their last 7 home matches in the (4 wins, 2 draws).
• The team has conceded no more than one goal in their last seven home league games.
• Bournemouth has scored a maximum of one goal in 9 of their last 11 home encounters.

Bournemouth’s Predicted Lineup (4-5-1)*

Djordje Petrovic – Alejandro Jimenez, Marcos Senesi, Adrien Truffert, Bafode Diakite – Justin Kluivert, Ryan Christie, Amine Adli, Tyler Adams, Antoine Semenyo – Evanilson.

Defender Adam Smith, midfielder Lewis Cook, and forward Enes Ünal are sidelined due to injuries.

Fulham Team Analysis

Marco Silva’s men suffered a 3-1 away defeat to Aston Villa in their most recent fixture. This marked only Fulham’s second loss in the current season (alongside 2 wins and 2 draws). Furthermore, it was the first time this campaign that the club conceded more than two goals. Notably, the London side has managed to secure just one point on their travels this season, with only Brentford and Burnley having worse away records. Fulham has accumulated eight points and currently occupies 11th place in the league standings.

• The club has failed to win in 7 of their last 9 away matches (1 draw, 6 defeats).
• Both teams have scored in 8 of the team’s last 11 away league games.
• The Cottagers have scored no more than one goal in 6 of their last 7 fixtures.

Fulham’s Predicted Lineup (4-5-1)*

Bernd Leno – Ryan Sessegnon, Joachim Andersen, Calvin Bassey, Timothy Castagne – Sander Berge, Joshua King, Sasa Lukic, Harry Wilson, Alex Iwobi – Raul Jimenez.

Defender Kenny Tete and forward Rodrigo Muniz will miss the match due to injuries.

Match Official Review

Simon Hooper (England)

Matches refereed: 5 (, 2025/26);

Yellow cards shown (including second yellows): 30;

Average yellow cards per match: 6;

Red cards shown: 2;

Average fouls per match: 30;

Penalties awarded: 0%.

Bournemouth vs. Fulham Match Prediction

Andoni Iraola’s squad has suffered only one defeat this season, an away loss to Liverpool. At home, however, they perform with significant confidence, rarely dropping points. In their last seven home league fixtures, Bournemouth has lost just once, securing four victories during this period. Despite their strong home record, the team does not boast high scoring prowess; in 9 out of their previous 11 home matches, the club’s players failed to score more than one goal.

Fulham also struggles with attacking creativity, having scored more than one goal in only two of their last nine away fixtures. One of these instances was against Southampton, who were relegated last season. Furthermore, the Londoners’ away form has been poor, with just two victories in their last nine league matches on the road.

Considering these factors, I anticipate that Bournemouth will at least avoid defeat, and I don’t expect a high-scoring affair. My prediction is: “1X and Total Under 3.5 Goals” with odds of 1.80.

* The starting lineup indicated for each team is from their previous match in this tournament.