AFC Bournemouth vs Wolverhampton Wanderers 23 Aug 2025

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This match is played on date 23 Aug 2025
This match takes place in Vitality Stadium (Bournemouth, Dorset) – In championship competitions Premier League by Season 2025/2026
📝 Match Summary Table
Feature | Details |
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Fixture | AFC Bournemouth vs Wolverhampton Wanderers |
Competition | Premier League – Matchday 3 |
Date | Saturday, August 23, 2025 |
Kick-off Time | 15:00 BST (14:00 UTC) |
Venue | Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth |
Broadcast | TNT Sports 4 (UK), Peacock (USA), Fubo (CAN) |
Last Meeting | Wolves 1–0 Bournemouth (April 2025, Premier League) |
Head-to-Head | Wolves: 5 wins, Bournemouth: 4 wins, Draws: 3 |
🔎 Overview
A crucial early-season fixture unfolds at the Vitality Stadium as AFC Bournemouth host Wolverhampton Wanderers. Both clubs are aiming to avoid the pressures of a relegation battle and would welcome a strong result in this third Premier League weekend.
Bournemouth, led by Andoni Iraola, are still trying to find their rhythm. Their high-pressing, energetic approach has yielded mixed results, and home advantage could be crucial as they seek their first win of the campaign.
Wolves, managed by Gary O’Neil, have shown resilience despite limited squad depth. A result on the road could be a big boost to their confidence as they seek mid-table stability.
📊 Head-to-Head Stats
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🆚 Total Meetings (Premier League): 12
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✅ Wolves Wins: 5
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✅ Bournemouth Wins: 4
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🟰 Draws: 3
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⚽ Last Meeting: Wolves 1–0 Bournemouth (April 2025)
Wolves narrowly edged the last meeting and have enjoyed slightly better form in this fixture recently.
🧠 Tactical Preview
🟥 AFC Bournemouth
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Manager: Andoni Iraola
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Formation: 4-2-3-1
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Strengths: Pressing intensity, wide play, attacking full-backs
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Concerns: Defensive lapses, conversion of chances
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Key Player: Dominic Solanke – Bournemouth’s main goal threat and link-up man up front.
⬜ Wolverhampton Wanderers
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Manager: Gary O’Neil
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Formation: 3-4-2-1
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Strengths: Compact shape, quick counters, defensive organization
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Weaknesses: Lack of creativity in midfield, scoring efficiency
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Key Player: Matheus Cunha – The Brazilian forward is crucial for link-up play and movement in the final third.
📉 Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
Team | Form (W-D-L) |
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Bournemouth | 🟥 🟰 🟥 🟩 🟥 |
Wolves | 🟩 🟰 🟰 🟥 🟩 |
🎯 Prediction
Bournemouth 1–1 Wolves
Both sides are evenly matched and still settling into the season. A hard-fought draw feels likely, with goals at a premium and plenty of midfield battles.
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