AFC Bournemouth and Everton face off in the second round of the Premier League 2026/27 season. The match kicks off on Saturday 29 August at 15:00 (GMT) at the Vitality Stadium.
Both teams have had contrasting starts to their campaigns. Everton secured a comfortable opening-day win, whereas Bournemouth will be looking to bounce back from a narrow defeat. This prediction for AFC Bournemouth vs. Everton points towards a competitive fixture, with the hosts keen to get their first points on the board.
Discover what our expert predictions are for this exciting encounter.
Match Overview - AFC Bournemouth vs. Everton
- AFC Bournemouth plays their first home game, seeking to bounce back from an opening day loss to Manchester City. This defeat ended their 18-match Premier League unbeaten run.
- Everton started strong with a 2-0 win over Crystal Palace, aiming for consecutive league victories. However, they have lost their last four opening away fixtures.
- AFC Bournemouth has a favorable head-to-head record, winning seven of the last ten games. Everton has only one Premier League away win at the Vitality Stadium.
Head-to-Head Record
- AFC Bournemouth has a strong record in this fixture, winning seven of the last ten meetings against Everton.
- Interestingly, none of the last ten head-to-head clashes have ended in a draw, with every match producing a winner.
- The Cherries come into this match in good form, having lost only two of their last ten games.
- Everton have won four of their last ten matches across all competitions, showing some inconsistent form.
- Bournemouth’s Marcus Tavernier scored in the opening game of the season.
- For the Toffees, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Thiemo Barry found the back of the net in their first fixture.
AFC Bournemouth: Looking for First Points at Home
AFC Bournemouth began their Premier League 2026 season with a 2-1 defeat to Manchester City away. Despite this loss, scoring against the champions showed promise for the Cherries. Now 13th in the table, they aim for their first points at home.
This defeat at the Etihad ended an impressive 18-match unbeaten run in the league. Their pre-season included high-scoring victories in friendlies, showcasing their attacking potential.
The team has no reported injuries, ensuring a full-strength squad. Midfielder Marcus Tavernier scored last week, and Evanilson provided an assist. These key players will be crucial for AFC Bournemouth in this fixture.
Everton: Aiming for a Strong Away Start
Everton kicked off their Premier League campaign impressively, securing a 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace and ranking 4th in the early standings. Their pre-season friendlies were mixed, yet they performed strongly in the league opener.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Thiemo Barry found the back of the net in their first match. A clean sheet also demonstrates a solid defensive display, which will be crucial for the Toffees in this away fixture.
This marks their initial away trip of the new campaign, and with a full squad available, confidence is high. Everton aims to break their trend of losing opening away league games and continue their positive start.
AFC Bournemouth vs. Everton Prediction: Cherries to avoid defeat
AFC Bournemouth holds a strong home record against Everton. They aim to recover from their opening loss. Past meetings consistently had a winner, making the "Double Chance – 12" market an intriguing option.
Both teams showed attacking intent early this season. Everton scored twice, and Bournemouth netted against the champions. An energetic start is expected, with over 0.5 goals in the first half a strong possibility for an early advantage.
Everton has a poor record in their opening away games, contrasting with Bournemouth’s historical dominance in this fixture. Given that none of the last ten head-to-head clashes have ended in a draw, our main prediction is for AFC Bournemouth to secure a victory. The "Match Result – Home Win" market offers a solid choice.
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| Double Chance | AFC Bournemouth or Everton to win | |
| Over/Under | Over 0.5 goals in the first half | |
The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.
Where to Watch AFC Bournemouth vs. Everton
For those wondering where to watch AFC Bournemouth vs. Everton, there is currently no live broadcast scheduled for this match in the UK.
- TV: no broadcast scheduled
- Streaming: no broadcast scheduled
AFC Bournemouth vs. Everton Predicted Lineups
With no significant injury concerns for either team ahead of this Premier League fixture, the managers have a full squad to choose from. The probable AFC Bournemouth lineup will likely be geared towards finding a balance between a solid defence and a creative attack. On the other hand, the expected Everton lineup will focus on establishing their strategy from the kick-off, looking to control the tempo of the match and exploit any available space. This sets the stage for a fascinating tactical battle.
AFC Bournemouth
Đ. Petrović; A. Smith, A. Truffert, António Silva, J. Hill; A. Scott, Justin Kluivert, L. Cook, M. Tavernier; Rayan, Evanilson.
Everton
Pickford; J. Branthwaite, J. Tarkowski, M. Röhl, V. Mykolenko; H. Armstrong, H. Hackney, Iliman Ndiaye, K. Dewsbury-Hall; T. George, Thiemo Barry.
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: AFC Bournemouth vs. Everton
- Competition: Premier League 2026/27
- Date: 29/08/2026
- Kick-off: 15:00 (GMT)
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