AFC Bournemouth will face Everton in the second round of the English Premier League at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday. Everton started their EPL season with a victory, whereas Bournemouth suffered a loss in their first match.
Bournemouth might regret missing an opportunity for a better result against Manchester City, as they lost 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium last Sunday. The Cherries initially took the lead with Marcus Tavernier’s goal in the 26th minute, but they couldn’t maintain their defense, allowing Enzo Maresca’s team to score twice late in the game.
In the final ten minutes, Manchester City defenders Josko Gvardiol and Marc Guehi scored, turning the game around and leaving Marco Rose’s team disappointed. This defeat placed Bournemouth in a shared 13th position with Sunderland, both with zero points.
In contrast, Everton has had a strong start to the 2026-27 season, winning their opening league match against Crystal Palace and progressing in the EFL Cup with a comfortable win over Preston North End. Everton’s EPL opener took place at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, where second-half goals from Thierno Barry and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall secured a clean sheet and three points in front of their home crowd.
Currently, Everton is tied for fourth place in the Premier League standings with Hull City, both having three points. Their momentum was further boosted by a 4-0 victory over Preston at Deepdale Stadium, advancing them to the third round of the Carabao Cup. Barry showcased his impressive form with a hat-trick, while Brennan Johnson also scored.
AFC Bournemouth vs Everton head-to-head stats and key numbers
- Everton and Bournemouth have a closely matched head-to-head record, with Bournemouth winning 11 times and Everton 10 times, alongside two draws.
- Last season, both teams won their away games against each other, with Everton clinching a 1-0 victory at Bournemouth, and Bournemouth winning 2-1 in Merseyside.
- While Everton has never won the Premier League since its inception in 1992, they have claimed the English league championship nine times when it was known as the First Division.
AFC Bournemouth vs Everton prediction
Everton has started the season strongly, remaining unbeaten and yet to concede in two matches, which gives them confidence to challenge Bournemouth. On the other hand, Bournemouth, despite their close match against Manchester City, will be tough opponents at home.
A narrow win for Bournemouth is anticipated.
Prediction: AFC Bournemouth 2-1 Everton
AFC Bournemouth vs Everton betting tips
Tip 1: AFC Bournemouth to win
Tip 2: Both teams to score
Tip 3: Over 2.5 goals
Edited by Peter Pedroncelli
