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Spurs v Bournemouth
Premier League 2025/26
Fixture Date – Saturday 30 August 2025
Kick-off – 3pm
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London

⚽ Head-to-Head Record

  • Premier League meetings since 2009:

    • Tottenham has won 12 of their 17–18 clashes

    • Bournemouth has triumphed 3 times

    • 3 draws in total

  • All-time record (Sports Mole):
    Spurs: 10 wins, Bournemouth: 4, Draws: 2 across 16 matches

  • Goals scored head-to-head: Tottenham ≈ 37–44 goals; Bournemouth 14–12 goals, goal differential ~+23 for Spurs

🧭 Notable Matches

December 5, 2024 – Bournemouth 1‑0 Tottenham

  • Winner: Dean Huijsen (19-year-old defender), became Bournemouth’s youngest-ever Premier League goal scorer

  • Match summary: Bournemouth dominated possession and chances; Spurs struggled with inconsistency and set-piece marking

March 9, 2025 – Tottenham 2‑2 Bournemouth

  • Tottenham required a late penalty from Son Heung-min to draw level after trailing 2‑0

  • Bournemouth had strong performances from Marcus Tavernier and Evanilson but lacked clinical finishing

  • Manager comments: Andoni Iraola praised his team’s play but stressed the need for ruthlessness to match top teams

🧾 Historical Highlights & Context

  • Early meetings: Bournemouth (then Boscombe Athletic) beat Spurs in an FA Cup match in February 1957

  • Recent dominance: Spurs recorded big wins including 5‑1 (Oct 2015), 4‑0 (Mar 2016), and 5‑0 (Dec 2018) victories

  • Upsets & tight results: Bournemouth’s three wins came in 2019, 2023 and late 2024; draws have been rare but memorable

📊 Recent Trends & Stats

  • Aggregate average goals per game (head-to-head): ~3.2 goals per match

  • Scoring breakdown: Spurs average ~1.2 goals per match; Bournemouth ~1.5 when facing Spurs

  • Clean-sheet ratios: Tottenham keep clean sheets around 50% in these fixtures; Bournemouth about 40%

✅ Summary

  • Spurs hold a dominant overall record, though Bournemouth have registered meaningful victories in recent seasons.

  • Their encounters are often open and high-scoring — over 60% of matches feature more than 2.5 goals.

  • Bournemouth have shown an ability to punch above their weight, particularly in counterattacking and set-piece contexts.

  • Spurs’ strength continues in attacking frequency, but inconsistency and invited pressure have made matches competitive.

📅 Recent Head-to-Head Highlights

Season Score Winner Notable Moment
2024–25 (Mar) Tottenham 2–2 Bournemouth Draw Son’s late penalty rescue after Bournemouth led 2–0
2024–25 (Dec) Bournemouth 1–0 Tottenham Bournemouth Huijsen’s historic first-half header
Earlier seasons Various (5‑0, etc.) Spurs Dominant displays including 5–1 and 5–0 scorelines

Tottenham Hotspur vs. AFC Bournemouth, Premier League Matchweek 3:

📅 Fixture Snapshot

Detail Info
📍 Stadium Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London
🗓️ Date Saturday, 30 August 2025
⏰ Kick-off 3:00 pm GMT
⚽ Historical Form Spurs typically dominant; Cherries competitive in modern matchups

From the Premier League preview, this fixture opens Gameweek 3 of the 2025–26 season

🔍 Tactical & Contextual Build-Up

Tottenham Hotspur

  • New manager Thomas Frank takes charge for 2025–26, aiming to return Spurs to stability and build on their recent Europa League victory

  • Key additions include standout attacking midfielder Mohammed Kudus and young striker Mathys Tel. Dominic Solanke, who transferred in from Bournemouth in 2024, continues to be a key goal threat

  • Despite European success, Spurs narrowly avoided relegation last term, underscoring the importance of positive results early in the season.

AFC Bournemouth

  • Under Andoni Iraola for a third season, the Cherries finished with a club-record 56 points and joint-best top‑flight finish (9th) in 2024–25. They’ll aim to replicate or improve on that feat

  • Key figures: Brazilian striker Evanilson, prolific hat-trick threats Justin Kluivert and Antoine Semenyo remain central to their high-pressing attack

  • Recently departed defensive stars Dean Huijsen and Milos Kerkez have left gaps—but Bournemouth’s model of buying low and selling smart aims to keep them competitive

⚔️ Key Storylines to Watch

1. Solanke vs. Bournemouth

  • Now at Spurs, Dominic Solanke (72 goals in 199 appearances for Bournemouth) will face his former club. Expect motivation and high focus on both sides

2. Midfield Battle & Adaptation

  • Spurs have restructured their midfield with new arrivals; Bournemouth continue their pressing, transitional style. Early-season form and cohesion will be decisive.

3. AFCB’s Counter Attacks

  • With speed and movement behind defensive lines, Bournemouth’s threats via Kluivert, Evanilson and Semenyo are primed to test Spurs’ defensive setup.

⚙️ Prediction Outlook

  • Tottenham: Seeking confidence and momentum at home. Possession-based play aligned with their new coach’s philosophy.

  • Bournemouth: Aiming to disrupt and exploit transitions—notably early-season risks for Spurs.

  • This promises to be a competitive fixture—expect goals, end-to-end action, and tactical intrigue.

🚀 Wildcards

  • Injury/Availability: Spurs could still be settling personnel. Bournemouth may debut young talents like the rising forward Eli Junior Kroupi or defender Adrien Truffert

  • European Hangover: Spurs’ involvement in the UEFA Super Cup and early Champions League fixtures may affect focus and energy levels.

✅ At a Glance

  • 🆚 Face-off: Tottenham Hotspur vs Bournemouth

  • 📅 Date & Time: Saturday, 30 August 2025, 3 pm at Spurs’ home

  • ⚙️ Watch for: Solanke storyline, Bournemouth press style, team balance under new manager

  • 🎯 Quick take: Spurs start as favourites—though Bournemouth’s rhythm and attacking force could prove dangerous

 

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