The Premier League returns on August 30th, 2025 (02:00 PM UTC), when Tottenham Hotspur hosts AFC Bournemouth at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Spurs have made an explosive start to the season, taking maximum points, whilst Bournemouth are battling inconsistency but have shown they can pull off surprising wins. With goals on the line and tactical battles and betting opportunities to be had, this fixture can be more than appealing.
Tottenham Hotspur: Season So Far
Under Thomas Frank, Tottenham has won back-to-back games to start the 2025–26 Premier League season, including:
3-0 win vs. Burnley (home opener)
2-0 win vs. Manchester City (away at the Etihad)
Some Key Highlights
Goals Scored: 5 (averaging 2.5 goals per match)
Goals Conceded: 0 (goals against record)
Momentum, undefeated, playing with a sense of tactical identity.
Richarlison has found his goal-scoring touch again, scoring 2 goals in 2 games, whilst also adding pace and creativity to the forwards with Brennan Johnson and Son. Summer signing Mohammed Kudus has already provided 2 assists and is establishing himself as a creative playmaker to add from the bench. At the back, the Romero–Van de Ven partnership has looked rock solid, which has given Vicario nothing to do in goal.
AFC Bournemouth: Season Recap
AFC Bournemouth's season under Andoni Iraola has been varied in terms of performance levels. Their first 2 games have showcased their attacking prowess whilst also demonstrating their defensive weaknesses:
4-2 Loss vs. Liverpool (Away)
1-0 Win v Wolverhampton Wanderers (Home)
Key Points
Goals Scored: 3 (average of 1.5 per game)
Goals Conceded: 4 (average of 2.0 per game)
Away Gaming: Have only played one away game this season and lost.
Antoine Semenyo has been the standout player, scoring 2 goals against Liverpool and assisting Tavernier's winner against Wolves. However, the defensive changes that have happened in the summer (Diakite, Truffert & goalkeeper Petrovic) show that this group of players are still getting used to each other.
Tottenham vs. Bournemouth: Head-to-Head Record
In recent years, Tottenham has predominantly enjoyed the upper hand against Bournemouth and especially at home.
In their last 6 meetings: Tottenham 3 wins, Bournemouth 2 wins, 1 draw.
At Tottenham Hotspur Stadium: Tottenham has won 6 of their last 8 home matches against Bournemouth.
Recent results: Bournemouth surprised everyone with a 1-0 win last season, and they managed to hold Spurs to a 2-2 draw, showing they are not afraid to frustrate the North London team.
Key Stats & Match Trends
- Tottenham Hotspur have kept a clean sheet in both of their league games so far (0 goals conceded).
- The Spurs attack averages a whopping 2.5 goals a game.
- Bournemouth has conceded an average of 2 goals a game this season.
- Tottenham Hotspur is unbeaten in their last 3 matches.
- Bournemouth has lost 6 of its last away matches.
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS) has landed in 4 of their last 5 Tottenham vs. Bournemouth games.
Predicted Line-up
Tottenham Hotspur (4-3-3)
GK: Vicario
DEF: Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie
MID: Sarr, Palhinha, Bergvall
FWD: Johnson, Richarlison, Kudus
Notable Absences: James Maddison, Kevin Danso, and Radu Drăgușin.
AFC Bournemouth (4-1-4-1)
GK: Petrovic
DEF: Smith, Diakite, Senesi, Truffert
MID: Adams, Semenyo, Tavernier, Scott, Brooks
FWD: Evanilson
Notable Absences: James Hill, Enes Ünal.
Players to Watch
- Richarlison (Tottenham)—The Brazilian forward is in very good form early in the season with 2 goals in 2 matches; his size and physicality will be a major advantage against the shaky Bournemouth defence.
- Mohammed Kudus (Tottenham) – New to the squad with both assists already, and provides creativity and vision from midfield.
- Antoine Semenyo (Bournemouth)—The biggest attacking threat to Spurs, his pace and direct approach will create problems for the Spurs back line, particularly counterattacking.
- Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth) – All energy and speed, and chips in with the odd goal; will be important moving the ball in transition.
Betting & Market Analysis
Betting Market
Tottenham W: (57%)
Draw: (23%)
Bournemouth W: (20%)
Current Odds from Stake.com
Correct Score Prediction
Most likely score – Tottenham 2 - 1 Bournemouth.
Other Betting Markets
BTTS – Yes (bet both teams to score)
Over 2.5 goals: (81% likelihood).
First goalscorer—either Richarlison (Tottenham) or Semenyo (Bournemouth)
Expert Betting Tips
- Tottenham to Win & Over 2.5 Goals—the Spurs attack is firing, and Bournemouth typically does concede heavier away from home.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS)—Yes—Bournemouth may have issues at the back, but they still have attacking options.
- Anytime Goalscorer – Richarlison – The Brazilian looks hungry and sharp early in the season.
- Goal likely—Set-Piece Goal— Bournemouth has scored from corners versus Spurs before, and Tottenham still would struggle with their aerial defence.
Current Form at a Glance
Tottenham Hotspur (last 10 in all competitions)
W: 5 | D: 2 | L: 3
Avg Goals For: 1.5
Avg Goals Against: 1.2
Home Record: 8 wins from the last 16 matches overall, including 3 wins from the last 6.
AFC Bournemouth (last 10 in all competitions)
W: 3 | D: 2 | L: 5
Away Record: This team has gone undefeated in 12 of their last 15 away matches; however, they have not won in 6 of the last 7.
Final Prediction
Tottenham's form, home advantage, and attacking options create a strong favourite going into this clash. But Bournemouth have shown they can make life difficult for Spurs and have a recent run of positive results in their head-to-head contests.
Predicted Scoreline:
Tottenham Hotspur 3-1 AFC Bournemouth
Richarlison and Kudus to star for Spurs
Semenyo to get a consolation for Bournemouth
Conclusion
This Premier League clash promises fireworks. Tottenham are riding the crest of a wave, undefeated, and with attacking momentum, while Bournemouth are still trying to make sense, but can create problems; if they can hurt, they should! Expect goals at both ends, a fast-paced tactical battle, and plenty of betting options.
