Bournemouth welcome Newcastle United to the south coast in a crucial Premier League clash on Wednesday night.
The Cherries are in the relegation zone on goal difference and with a tough run-in that includes visits to both Manchester clubs as well as home games against Tottenham and Leicester, Eddie Howe will target this fixture as a must-win.
Newcastle have essentially secured their place in next season’s Premier League by taking four points from two games since the restart, and may even look towards finishing in a European spot.
Bournemouth vs Newcastle United Latest Odds
Bournemouth have managed just four home wins all season but are bet365’s 7/5 (2.40) favourites to claim a valuable three points on Wednesday.
Newcastle last won at the Vitality Stadium back in November 2015 and Steve Bruce’s men are 2/1 (3.1) to make it three wins in four over Howe’s side.
Each of the last two meetings between these sides at the Vitality Stadium have finished 2-2 and another stalemate is priced at 9/4 (3.25).
Bournemouth vs Newcastle United Team News
Bruce rested some of his regular starters for Newcastle’s 2-0 FA Cup defeat to Manchester City but the likes of Jonjo Shelvey, Martin Dubravka and Joelinton should return. Matt Ritchie faces a late fitness test.
Callum Wilson is suspended but could be replaced by Josh King, who missed the 1-0 defeat to Wolves last week but should be back for this one. Simon Francis and Charlie Daniels remain out.
Bournemouth vs Newcastle United Preview
If Bournemouth were hoping for a new lease of life following the resumption of the Premier League, they have been sorely mistaken.
Not only have the Cherries lost both their games, they have managed just a single shot on target across 180 minutes of action and have now lost eight of their 11 league games this year.
Newcastle’s bizarre inconsistency means they have somewhat laboured to safety but their recent form will be encouraging for the Magpies, who have recorded a 3-0 win over Sheffield United and a 1-1 draw at home to Aston Villa.
Bournemouth vs Newcastle United Tips and Predictions
Toothless performances from Bournemouth in the last two weeks make them difficult to trust and so the 9/4 (3.25) price from bet365 on Newcastle to win looks worthy of a wager on Wednesday night.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
Newcastle to win at 9/4 (3.25) for a 1pt stake with bet365 