Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa: Match Preview, Predictions, and Lineups
Aston Villa will face Bournemouth in a highly anticipated Premier League clash. This match is crucial for both teams for different reasons. Aston Villa aims to secure their position within the top three, while Bournemouth looks to build on their recent form and climb the league table.
Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa: Match Details
- Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
- Kick-Off Time: 3 p.m. GMT / 10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT
- Location: Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth, England
- Referee: Anthony Taylor
- VAR: Chris Kavanagh
Recent Form and Team Insights
Aston Villa’s Performance
Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, has seen a decline in their recent home performances, losing two crucial matches against Everton and Brentford. Currently, they hold third place in the Premier League but face pressure from Manchester United and Chelsea, who are rapidly gaining on them.
Bournemouth’s Resurgence
Bournemouth is enjoying a revival with three wins in their last four league matches. Their recent victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers, with a score of 3-0, has boosted their morale. They are now just six points behind Liverpool in sixth place.
Head-to-Head Record
In their last five encounters, Aston Villa has dominated, winning three times, with two matches ending in draws. The last meeting was a significant victory for Villa, who triumphed 4-0 over Bournemouth.
Injury Updates
Bournemouth Injuries
- Tyler Adams – Knee injury
- Justin Kluivert – Season-ending knee surgery
- Marcus Tavernier – Out due to injury
- Ben Gannon-Doak – Hamstring injury
Aston Villa Injuries
- Boubacar Kamara – PCL injury
- John McGinn – Out for a couple of months
- Youri Tielemans – Facing a lengthy recovery
Predicted Lineups
Bournemouth Predicted Lineup
Formation: 4-2-3-1
- Goalkeeper: Petrovic
- Defenders: Smith, Hill, Senesi, Truffert
- Midfielders: Cook, Scott
- Forwards: Jimenez, Kroupi, Adli, Evanilson
Aston Villa Predicted Lineup
Formation: 4-2-3-1
- Goalkeeper: Martinez
- Defenders: Cash, Konsa, Torres, Maatsen
- Midfielders: Onana, Douglas Luiz
- Forwards: Sancho, Rogers, Buendia, Watkins
Match Prediction
This fixture promises excitement as both teams are eager for crucial points. Bournemouth’s recent form could pose a challenge for Aston Villa, but Villa’s ability to secure important away victories cannot be overlooked. A score prediction of Bournemouth 2, Aston Villa 2 seems plausible, considering both teams’ current trajectories.
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