Bournemouth Vs Arsenal: The Gunners On The Wind

Arsenal are still strong opponents for Bournemouth (Instagram/@arsenal).

Bournemouth will host Arsenal in the eighth week of the 2024/2025 Premier League at Vitality Stadium, Saturday, October 19, 2024, WIB night.

The Cherries have ambitions for the Gunners, which have been unbeaten throughout the previous seven Premier League matches.

However, the mission was too grandiose. Arsenal are still too tough for Bournemouth.

The Gunners are currently third in the standings, one point behind Liverpool who is the league leader.

Arsenal's journey at the start of the season is also fairly tough. However, Mikel Arteta's troops passed well.

They beat Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur while traveling. Then, they have also detained the Manchester United 2-2 series at the Etihad.

Prior to the international break, the Gunners were in a four-win trend in all competitions, one of which was beating Paris Saint-Germain 2-0 in the Champions League.

The situation is another danger alarm for Bournemouth. Prior to the international holiday, they lost to Leicester City 0-1.

The Cherries' appearance is also still inconsistent. They have only packed eight points from seven matches and are ranked 13th in the Premier League standings.

However, Bournemouth is up higher than the start of last season where they won no one from nine opener.

This season, The Cherries won two matches, drew twice, and lost three times at the start of the season.

However, that record cannot be a weapon when they meet Arsenal. Andoni Iraola's troops must be aware that they have always lost in the last five competitive meetings, four in the Premier League and one in the FA Cup.

Not to mention other impressive records. Since the start of last season, the Gunners have made the best defensive record in the Premier League, with an average conceded only 0.78 goals per game.

Arsenal's defense has been a major force in recent seasons. Mikel Arteta has compiled one of the most physically resilient teams in the Premier League and that has paid off.

Only Liverpool have conceded less goals than the Gunners in the early stages of the season.

Arsenal only conceded 29 goals last season which was the lowest in the Premier League. This proves that their strong defense is not a coincidence.

Their attacks were also threatening, with only Manchester City scoring more goals than Arsenal over last season.

This season, Arsenal's goal productivity is better than Liverpool at the top of the table.

Kai Havertz has been a predator since his position was changed by Arteta to spearhead.

Havertz presents a combination of strengths and technical skills that can have devastating effects on opponents.

His air ability also made him a threat from set pieces. Kai came to the game against Bournemouth after scoring goals in his last four matches.

He has scored a total of four goals in the Premier League so far. In fact, the German national team player is predicted to score more goals.

Havertz had his name on the scoreboard when Arsenal won 4-0 in last season's Bournemouth match. He will return to relying on his chances.

Formation Forecast

Bournemouth (4-2-3-1): Kepa Arrizabalaga; Smith, Zabarnyi, Senesi, Kekez; Cook, Christie; Kluiver, Semenyo, Tavernier; Evanilson

Arsenal (4-4-2): Raya; Partey, Saliba, Gabriel, Kiwior; Saka, Jorginho, Rice, Trossard; Havertz, Jesus

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