AFC Bournemouth vs Wolverhampton Wanderers: Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes’ detailed preview for AFC Bournemouth vs Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

• Fixture: AFC Bournemouth vs Wolverhampton Wanderers

• Date: Saturday, 23 August 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 BST

• Venue: Vitality Stadium

AFC Bournemouth faced a stern test in their Premier League opener, falling 4-2 to champions Liverpool at Anfield, but showed attacking flair through Antoine Semenyo’s brace. Wolves, meanwhile, struggled in their first match, suffering a 4-0 home defeat to Manchester City.

This clash at Vitality Stadium promises to be competitive, with Bournemouth aiming to leverage their vibrant home support and Wolves looking to bounce back with their counter-attacking style.

The Cherries’ attacking momentum could give them a slight advantage, but Wolves’ pace on the break could pose a threat. Coral predicts a narrow home win, driven by Bournemouth’s energy and home form.

Match Prediction: AFC Bournemouth 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Bournemouth’s 4-2 defeat at Liverpool showcased their attacking potential, with Antoine Semenyo proving a constant threat. However, defensive lapses need to be addressed to secure points at home.

With the Vitality Stadium crowd behind them, the Cherries can dominate possession and create chances against a Wolves side still finding their footing.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Loss: 2-4 vs Liverpool (A)

Wolves endured a challenging start, collapsing to a 4-0 home loss against Manchester City. Their lack of attacking spark was evident, but players like João Gomes and Jean-Ricner Bellegarde offer hope for a revival. To challenge Bournemouth, Wolves must sharpen their finishing and stay compact defensively.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Loss: 0-4 vs Manchester City (H)

Historically, it’s been difficult to separate these two sides, with each team having their days. Both teams have won two, and there has also been a draw in their last five competitive meetings.

Recent Results (Competitive meetings)

• AFC Bournemouth 1-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers (01 Mar 2025)

• AFC Bournemouth 0-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers (22 Feb 2025)

• Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-4 AFC Bournemouth (30 Nov 2024)

• Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-1 AFC Bournemouth (24 Apr 2024)

• AFC Bournemouth 1-2 Wolverhampton Wanderers (21 Oct 2023)

• Lewis Cook (Suspended)

• Enes Ünal (Knee) - Out

• Justin Kluivert (Calf) - Out

• Ryan Christie (Lack of match fitness) - Doubt

• Luis Sinisterra (Lack of match fitness) - Doubt

• Leon Chiwome (Knee) - Out

• Petrovic, Smith, Senesi, Diakité, Truffert, Adams, Brooks, Tavernier, Scott, Semenyo, Evanilson

With a predicted lineup featuring Adams and Brooks in midfield, Bournemouth will aim to control the game’s tempo and capitalise on counter-attacking opportunities. The inclusion of Semenyo out wide suggests they will rely on his pace and finishing to break down Wolves’ defence.

• Sá, Doherty, Agbadou, Toti, Wolfe, André, Gomes, Hoever, Munetsi, Larsen, Bellegarde

The Wolves’ predicted lineup suggests a focus on solidifying their defence with Agbadou and Toti, while relying on the creativity of André and Gomes in midfield. The presence of Larsen up top suggests they will look to utilise his physicality and hold-up play to create chances.

• Evanilson vs André: Evanilson’s speed and goal-scoring instinct make him a prime 'Anytime Goalscorer' pick, but André’s relentless pressing could limit his space.

• Toti Gomes vs Marcos Senesi: Toti’s physical defending will face a test from Senesi’s pinpoint passing, with the two centre backs boasting interesting skill-sets.

• Djordje Petrovic (AFC Bournemouth): His reflexes in goal could be the key to Bournemouth securing a clean sheet or a narrow victory.

• João Gomes (Wolverhampton Wanderers): Gomes’ dynamism in midfield makes him a standout for bettors eyeing player performance markets.

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