Manchester United vs Bournemouth: Premier League Prediction & Preview (Dec 15, 2025)

Match Details:

• Fixture: Manchester United vs Bournemouth
• Competition: Premier League (Gameweek 16, 2025/26 Season)
• Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
• Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
• Kick-Off: 8:00 PM GMT (23:00 EAT)

Manchester United vs Bournemouth Prediction: Red Devils to Extend Unbeaten Run

Manchester United vs Bournemouth kicks off Monday night football with the Red Devils looking to maintain their impressive form. Manchester United welcome struggling Bournemouth to Old Trafford following an emphatic 4-1 away victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers. That performance featured a Bruno Fernandes masterclass, the Portuguese midfielder's brace and assist secured him Man of the Match and propelled United up the Premier League table.

Meanwhile, Bournemouth travel north desperate to end their worrying slide. Andoni Iraola's Cherries played out a goalless 0-0 draw with Chelsea at the Vitality Stadium, extending their winless run to six games. They now face the daunting prospect of visiting a United side firing on all cylinders at the perfect time.

The Manchester United vs Bournemouth fixture history favors the hosts, but with United's attack clicking and Bournemouth's key players misfiring, the momentum heavily tilts toward the Red Devils.

Bruno Fernandes celebrating goal for Manchester United against Bournemouth at Old Trafford in Premier League match

Premier League Standings: United Climbing, Bournemouth Sliding

Manchester United sit 6th with 25 points from 15 games, capitalizing on their 3 match unbeaten streak ( 2W, 1D). Bournemouth occupy 13th place with 20 points, their bright start evaporating amid the current slump.

Man Utd vs Bournemouth: Recent Form & Key Stats

Manchester United Form (Last 5): D-L-W-D-W

• Trend: Balanced in 5 matches (2 Wins, 2 Draws, 1 Loss)
• Key Stat:Bruno Fernandes has been directly involved in 10 goals (4 Goals, 6 Assists) in 15 Premier League matches this season

Bournemouth Form (Last 5): L-D-L-L-D

• Trend: Winless in last 6 games (2 Draws, 4 Losses)
• Key Stat:Antoine Semenyo is on a 7-game run without a goal contribution, a major factor in the Cherries' struggles

United's momentum is building while Bournemouth's inability to convert chances remains a critical concern for Iraola.

Head-to-Head Record: Advantage Manchester United

History favors the Red Devils. Since 2004, the teams have met 17 times: United won 10, Bournemouth won 4, with 3 draws.

Recent meetings show a closer contest:

• Last 6 Meetings: Manchester United Won 2, Bournemouth Won 2, Draws 2
• Last Meeting: Manchester United 4-1 Bournemouth (July 31, 2025 at Old Trafford)

United aim to replicate that dominant 4-1 scoreline, while Bournemouth hope to channel past upsets.

Team News & Injury Updates

Manchester United Injuries

• Benjamin Sesko: Illness - Ruled Out
• Harry Maguire: Hamstring Injury - Ruled Out
• Matthijs de Ligt: Knock - Doubtful/Ruled Out

Defensive headaches with Maguire and De Ligt sidelined will force a reshuffle. However, Sesko's absence is mitigated by the blistering form of United's midfield and wide attackers.

Bournemouth Injury Crisis

• Ben Gannon Doak: Hamstring Injury - Ruled Out
• Ryan Christie: Knee Injury - Ruled Out
• Veljko Milosavljevic: Knee Injury - Ruled Out
• Marcos Senesi: Unspecified Injury - Ruled Out (Injured 62nd minute vs Chelsea)

Bournemouth's treatment room is overflowing. Losing Marcos Senesi, Man of the Match against Chelsea before injury devastates their defensive stability. Ben Doak's pace and Ryan Christie's industry will be sorely missed.

Tactical Breakdown: What to Expect

Manchester United: High Transition and Bruno's Brilliance

With confidence soaring, expect United to:

• Control Tempo: Utilize Mount and Casemiro to dictate play against Bournemouth's weakened midfield
• Release the Wingers: Exploit space using Amad and Mbeumo
• Bruno as the #10: Everything flows through Bruno Fernandes, his ability to find pockets between Bournemouth's lines unlocks defenses

Key Players: Bruno Fernandes (The Architect), Amad (Pace threat), Mount (Workrate)

Bournemouth: Counter-Attack or Low Block?

Andoni Iraola faces a tactical dilemma. His usual high press may give way to pragmatism:

• Counter-Attacking: Quick transitions to catch United's makeshift defense
• Defensive Solidarity: Without Senesi, the backline must stay compact
• Breaking the Drought:Antoine Semenyo needs to rediscover his touch

Key Players: Diakite (Defensive leader), Scott (Midfield metronome), Antoine Semenyo (X-factor)

Probable Starting Line-ups

Manchester United (3-4-2-1)

GK: Lammens
DEF: Amad, Martinez, Yoro, Shaw, Dalot
MID: Casemiro, Fernandes (C)
AM: Mbeumo, Mount
FWD: Cuhna

Bournemouth (4-1-4-1)

GK: Petrovic
DEF: Smith, Diakite, Hill J., Truffert
MID: Scott
AM: Tavernier, Kluivert, Jiminez, Semenyo
FWD: Evanilson

Manchester United vs Bournemouth Final Score Prediction

Manchester United possess momentum, home advantage, and face an opponent missing key defensive personnel. Bournemouth's six-game winless streak and Senesi's absence make containing a Bruno Fernandes-led attack near impossible.

Expect United to dominate possession and create numerous chances. Bournemouth may threaten on the break, but United's firepower prevails.

Final Score Prediction: Manchester United 3-1 Bournemouth

Betting Tips:

• Manchester United to win & Over 2.5 goals
• Bruno Fernandes to score or assist
• Both Teams To Score (BTTS) - Yes

Why This Premier League Match Matters

For Manchester United

Victory consolidates their top 6 position and maintains pressure on Champions League spots. Extending their unbeaten run to Four games signals they've genuinely turned a corner.

For Bournemouth

The Cherries must stop the bleeding. A result at Old Trafford would provide a massive morale boost. Heavy defeat risks dragging them toward a relegation scrap.

Where to Watch Manchester United vs Bournemouth

Live Broadcast Channels:

• UK: Sky Sports Main Event / Premier League
• USA: NBC Sports / Peacock
• Kenya: SuperSport Premier League (23:00 EAT)

Match Preview Summary

Manchester United enter Monday night football as clear favorites against Bournemouth. With Bruno Fernandes in sparkling form and the team unbeaten in three, they're positioned to compound the misery of Bournemouth's six-game winless run. Injuries to Marcos Senesi and Ryan Christie tilt scales further toward United at the Theatre of Dreams.