Premier League 2025/26: Bournemouth vs Arsenal Preview, Prediction, TV channels, Live Score & Lineups
League leaders Arsenal (1st) travel to the Vitality Stadium to face a resilient Bournemouth (10th). The Gunners must win to protect their narrow lead, while the Cherries aim to upset the giants.
Kick Off Time?
Competition (round): Premier League (Matchweek 21)
Kick-off (GMT): 12:30, Saturday, 3 January 2026
Stadium, location: Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth, England
Match Facts
Arsenal enters 2026 at the top of the table but holds a slim two-point lead over Manchester City. Any slip-up at this stage could cost them the pole position.
Bournemouth has been one of the league's most improved sides, sitting comfortably in 10th place. They have already taken points off traditional "Big Six" teams at home this season.
Arsenal is boosted by the return of Martin Ødegaard to the starting XI after a minor holiday knock. Bournemouth will be without their top scorer, Antoine Semenyo, who is away on international duty for AFCON.
Arsenal has dominated this fixture recently, winning the last four encounters, including a 3-0 victory in the reverse fixture earlier this season.
Arsenal remains the league's most dangerous team from corners and free-kicks, a facet of the game where Bournemouth has historically struggled.
Prediction of AI
Based on the current gap in squad quality and Arsenal's relentless title pursuit, the AI predicts a 2-0 victory for Arsenal.
While Bournemouth's high-pressing system under Andoni Iraola will likely create a few nervous moments for the visitors early on, Arsenal's defensive stability—bolstered by William Saliba and Gabriel—is expected to keep a clean sheet. The Gunners' clinical edge in the final third should see them secure the three points comfortably.
How to Watch Bournemouth vs Arsenal in the UK and US?
In the UK: The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event. Live streaming is available for subscribers via the Sky Go app.
In the US: The game will be televised on the USA Network. Fans can also stream the match live on Peacock or via Fubo and Sling TV.
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