- Man United vs Bournemouth prediction article for 2026/27 Premier League breaks down form, key players, odds and H2H meetings ahead of the clash.
- The two sides will lock horns on Sunday October 25, at Old Trafford.
- Kick off set for 5pm EAT.
Manchester United host Bournemouth at Old Trafford as both sides head into Gameweek 8 of the 2026-27 Premier League season.
Michael Carrick’s United enter the clash under significant pressure after extending their winless run to seven matches in all competitions with a heavy 4-1 defeat to Como in the Champions League.
The Red Devils have managed just one Premier League victory this season, although they have drawn four of their opening seven matches.
Bournemouth, meanwhile, travel to Manchester looking to build on their 2-0 victory over Sunderland.
Marco Rose’s side have six points from their opening seven league matches and have shown an ability to cause problems in attack, although they have conceded 13 goals already this campaign.
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Manchester United vs Bournemouth kick-off time and venue
The match will take place at Old Trafford. Kick-off is scheduled for 5:00 PM EAT (2:00 PM local time) on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Manchester United vs Bournemouth Team News
Manchester United remain without Kobbie Mainoo, Luke Shaw, Benjamin Šeško, Patrick Dorgu and Manuel Ugarte. Lisandro Martínez, Marcus Rashford and Ayden Heaven are doubts, while Leny Yoro is available again after suspension.
Bournemouth have their own injury concerns, with Alex Scott, Julián Araujo, Eli Junior Kroupi and Veljko Milosavljevic among those unavailable. Marcus Tavernier and Evanilson are expected to carry much of the attacking responsibility.
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Manchester United vs Bournemouth Predicted Lineup
Manchester United: Senne Lammens, Diogo Dalot, Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire, Noussair Mazraoui, Carlos Baleba, Andrey Santos, Amad Diallo, Youri Tielemans, Bruno Fernandes, Bryan Mbeumo.
Bournemouth: Djordje Petrović, Adam Smith, António Silva, James Hill, Adrien Truffert, Tyler Adams, Marcus Tavernier, Lewis Cook, Ryan Christie, Rayan, Evanilson.
Manchester United vs Bournemouth Head-to-Head
The recent meetings have been remarkably competitive. The last encounter ended 2-2 at Bournemouth in March 2026, while the previous meeting at Old Trafford produced an extraordinary 4-4 draw.
Bournemouth also recorded a 3-0 victory at Old Trafford in December 2025.
- Manchester United wins: 1
- Draws: 3
- Bournemouth wins: 1
Man United vs Bournemouth Prediction and betting tips
Manchester United have taken seven points from seven matches, with four draws, two defeats and just one victory. They have scored 10 goals and conceded 10.Bournemouth have six points from seven matches, scoring nine and conceding 13.
Their most recent league outing was a 2-0 win over Sunderland, providing some momentum ahead of the trip to Old Trafford.
Bryan Mbeumo has been United’s leading attacking threat with four league goals, while Bruno Fernandes has contributed three goals and created 16 chances. Bournemouth’s Marcus Tavernier has also scored four times this season.
Four of the last five competitive meetings between the sides have produced both teams scoring, while all five have featured at least three goals.
Manchester United 2-1 Bournemouth
Manchester United Win and Over 2.5 Goals
NB: These are pre-match predictions, not actual outcomes. Use them as a guide only and gamble responsibly.