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Premier League: AFC Bournemouth vs Leeds United
Kickoff Time: 2026-4-23 3:00 (HKT)
Bournemouth edged Newcastle 2-1 away last time out, extending their unbeaten run in the league to 13 consecutive games. Under the management of Andoni Iraola, Bournemouth play an extremely aggressive tactical style. Tactically, Bournemouth focus on high pressing, looking to pin opponents back deep in their own half during the build-up phase and disrupt attacks at source. When they win back possession, they launch quick, direct counter-attacks immediately. Moreover, Bournemouth aim for higher possession than most mid-table sides and show strong attacking intent in front of goal, averaging 13.2 shots per game.
Leeds United secured a convincing 3-0 home win over Wolves last round, remaining unbeaten in their last six matches with three wins and three draws, in fine form. Leeds emphasize high pressing and excel at breaking down defences with fast wide attacks. While their attacking play is fluid, they have clear defensive weaknesses, making attack-minded football with a shaky defence their defining trait. However, Leeds’ away form has been very poor: in **16 league away games so far, they have managed only 2 wins, 7 draws and 7 defeats. Meanwhile, Leeds face an FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea in just three days, meaning they must manage their fitness and squad rotation carefully.
Both sides have been in strong form recently, but Leeds’ upcoming FA Cup semi-final is clearly a higher priority than this league fixture. With one eye on that cup tie, Leeds are likely to field a rotated side here. Combined with Bournemouth’s home advantage, the balance favours Bournemouth taking all three points.
AFC Bournemouth’s Last 5 Games: WWDDD
26-04-18 Newcastle United 1-2 AFC Bournemouth
26-04-11 Arsenal 1-2 AFC Bournemouth
26-03-21 AFC Bournemouth 2-2 Manchester United
26-03-14 Burnley 0-0 AFC Bournemouth
26-03-04 AFC Bournemouth 0-0 Brentford
Leeds United‘s Last 5 Games: WWDDD
26-04-18 Leeds United 3-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers
26-04-14 Manchester United 1-2 Leeds United
26-04-05 West Ham United 2-2 Leeds United (pens 2-4)
26-03-22 Leeds United 0-0 Brentford
26-03-15 Crystal Palace 0-0 Leeds United
Head-To-Head Record
25-09-27 Leeds United 2-2 AFC Bournemouth
23-04-30 AFC Bournemouth 4-1 Leeds United
22-11-05 Leeds United 4-3 AFC Bournemouth
15-01-21 Leeds United 1-0 AFC Bournemouth
14-09-17 AFC Bournemouth 1-3 Leeds United
Prediction: AFC Bournemouth to win at home