Premier League 2025/26: Arsenal vs Bournemouth Preview, Prediction, TV channels & Predicted Lineup
Arsenal return to the Emirates seeking to consolidate their position at the Premier League summit. Mikel Arteta’s men are in scintillating form, but a tenacious Bournemouth side arrives on a remarkable 11-game unbeaten run.
Match Facts
Arsenal currently sit first in the table with 70 points from 31 matches. A victory today could provisionally move them 12 points clear of their nearest rivals.
Under Andoni Iraola, Bournemouth have become incredibly difficult to beat, remarkably drawing all five of their most recent Premier League fixtures.
The Gunners have a formidable home record this season, securing 12 victories on home soil while conceding a league-low average of 0.7 goals per game.
The reverse fixture in January 2026 was a thriller at the Vitality Stadium, with Arsenal narrowly escaping with a 3–2 victory.
Predicted Lineup
Arsenal: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Havertz, Zubimendi, Rice; Madueke, Gyokeres, Martinelli
Bournemouth: Petrovic; Jimenez, Hill, Senesi, Truffert; Christie, Scott; Rayan, Kroupi, Tavernier; Evanilson
Prediction of AI
While Bournemouth's discipline and unbeaten streak make them a formidable "banana skin" opponent, Arsenal’s tactical maturity at home is undeniable. The Gunners have struggled with minor injuries to Saka and Ødegaard, but their squad depth—highlighted by the form of Viktor Gyökeres—should be enough to break down the Cherries' low block. Expect Bournemouth to frustrate the hosts early on, but Arsenal’s quality will likely tell in the second half.
Predicted Score: Arsenal 2–0 Bournemouth
Kick Off Time?
Competition: Premier League (Matchweek 32)
Kick-off (GMT): 11:30, Saturday, April 11, 2026
Stadium: Emirates Stadium, London
How to Watch in the UK and US?
United Kingdom: The match is the early kick-off and will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with streaming available via discovery+.
United States: Fans can watch the game on USA Network (English) and Telemundo (Spanish), or stream it live on Peacock.
TV Channel and Live Stream: You can also follow Xscore808 live updates for other countries.
