The Premier League resumes this weekend, and Arsenal will be hoping to get back to winning ways when they welcome Bournemouth to the Emirates. The new addition to betting sites in Nigeria 22Bet offers their look at the EPL match on October 6th.
Match Preview
The Gunners have seen a dip in form since beginning the season with two wins on the bounce for the first time in ten years. Over recent weeks, it has been their defensive mistakes that have been gaining all the headlines, as they have conceded three in two league games.
Their last win came in their most recent home game when they twice hit back against Aston Villa before eventually winning 3-2. Last time out the Gunners were left thanking the introduction of VAR as Pierre Emerick Aubameyang was ruled offside by the linesman’s flag before the technology overruled the decision to award the goal.
The strike was enough to earn a point at Old Trafford against Manchester United on an evening where the drop in quality between the sides over recent seasons was clear.
Bournemouth meanwhile has started the season excellently and may have one eye on a potential sixth-place finish. They are unbeaten in their last three and have won twice in the space of time.
This run began with a 3-1 win against Everton, before winning by the same score against Southampton. Last time out they played their part in a thrilling fixture against West Ham. They went behind early in the game but came back excellently to go 2-1 ahead, before Aaron Creswell scored a late equalizer for the Hammers. They will present a stern test for the Gunners on Sunday.
Head to Head
This will only be the tenth fixture between these two sides, with the Gunners holding the clear advantage having won on seven occasions. The Cherries have won once, and there has been one draw. The last meeting between the sides ended in a comfortable 5-1 win for the Gunners. The only win for the Cherries came in January 2018.
Arsenal vs Bournemouth Prediction
Bournemouth are a great side, and this season they could be on course for their highest Premier League finish. The Gunners will come into the match after a Europa League clash and could be fatigued. Arsenal have defensive issues, and the Cherries could play on these to get a respectable draw in the capital.
Betting Tip: Draw. Make sure to use 22Bet’s sports betting bonuses when betting on their site.
