Newcastle 2-2 Bournemouth: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

Newcastle bring the stronger early league momentum and the lift of a convincing win at Tottenham, but Bournemouth have a recent record of making this fixture awkward. The home side’s pace through Elanga, Wissa and potentially Fernandez-Pardo can unsettle a Bournemouth back line missing several defensive options. Newcastle must nevertheless manage the loss of Burn and Joelinton, particularly at dead balls and in physical midfield exchanges. Expect an assertive home start, with Bournemouth dangerous whenever the match becomes stretched.

Head-to-head analysis

Bournemouth are unbeaten across the last ten meetings and have won their last two Premier League visits to St. James’ Park. Those results underline their ability to disrupt Newcastle’s rhythm, even when Newcastle carry the home initiative.

Injuries and absences

Newcastle lose Burn’s left-sided defensive height and Joelinton’s ball-winning physicality, making their protection of crosses and second balls more fragile. Bournemouth’s absences reduce both their defensive depth and their options to refresh the press; Livramento’s status remains a key late call for the hosts.

Form (last 5)

Newcastle vs Bournemouth stats

Last meetings

• 2026-04-18Newcastle 1-2 Bournemouth
• 2026-01-10Newcastle 2-2 Bournemouth
• 2025-09-21Bournemouth 0-0 Newcastle
• 2025-01-18Newcastle 1-4 Bournemouth
• 2024-08-25Bournemouth 1-1 Newcastle
• 2024-02-17Newcastle 2-2 Bournemouth

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Other Premier League matches

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• Brentford – Sunderland
• Brighton – Leeds
• Fulham – Crystal Palace
• Manchester City – Coventry
• Nottingham Forest – Tottenham
• Hull City – Aston Villa
• Everton – Manchester United