Prediction: Tottenham vs Bournemouth

Verdict: Over 3,5 goals scored – yes

Best Odds: 5/4

Bookmaker: 888sport

Tottenham Hotspur are coming off back-to-back wins since the arrival of Jose Mourinho, and they will aim to make it three in a row next Saturday when they host Bournemouth. The Cherries sit just one point below the Spurs, and a win for either side should boost their chances of getting closer to the UEFA Champions League qualifying zone. Kick-off for this match has been slated for 15:00 GMT.

Tottenham

Newly-apppointed manager Jose Mourinho couldn’t have asked for a better start at Tottenham. Despite the controversy of his arrival, ‘The Special One’ has led the Spurs to two wins in their first two games, including one win in the UEFA Champions League. However, Mourinho’s arrival shouldn’t make fans forget about what happened at the start of the season. Tottenham have won just four games this season, and enter this contest in 10th place of the Premier League standings with 17 points after 13 matches (W4, D5, L4) and while they have scored 21 goals, they have also conceded 19. Things should improve following Mourinho’s arrival since Tottenham were seriously underperforming, but winning here would be a great way to confirm the team is on the right path once again. The Spurs could move up to fifth place in the standings if other results go their way with a win here.

Team News

The Spurs have four confirmed absences ahead of this match, where starting goalkeeper Hugo Lloris stands out. The Frenchman remains out due to a shoulder injury. Erik Lamela (thigh), Ben Davies (ankle) and Michael Vorm (calf) have all been ruled out as well.

Bournemouth

Meanwhile, Bournemouth are in the middle of the standings and they currently sit in 11th place of the standings with 16 points (W4, D4, L5). However, they are not coming off a good run of form since they enter this contest following a 2-1 home defeat against Wolverhampton. That loss was Bournemouth’s second straight, and they have also won just once in their last five league matches (W1, D2, L2). Just like Tottenham, Bournemouth could experience a considerable rise on the standings if they conquer the three points here. However, their away form should worry travelling fans ahead of this matchup. The Cherries own a W2, D1, L3 mark away from home, including three straight games without a win. Can they turn things around and pull the upset here?

Team News

Just like Tottenham, Bournemouth also have four confirmed absences ahead of this matchup. David Brooks (ankle), Junior Stanislas (knee), Joshua King (muscle) and Charlie Daniels (knee) have all been ruled out of this tilt. Furthermore, Lloyd Kelly (thigh) and Andrew Surman (knee) are questionable. Both players should be considered as game-time decisions ahead of this contest.

Key Factors to Consider

• The Spurs have scored more than 60 percent of their Premier League goals during the first half.
• Bournemouth’s poor form can be extended even further. The Cherries have won just one of their last seven Premier League matches (W1, D3, L3).
• Three of Tottenham’s last four matches has featured over 2.5 goals scored. Four of the last five witnessed both sides scoring.
• On the other hand, Bournemouth have witnessed more than 2.5 goals scored in each of their last two defeats. Those two games have been the only ones that have featured both sides scoring in their last six outings.
• Three of the last five H2H meetings have had over 3.5 goals scored.

Conclusion

With at least four goals in three of the last five meetings between these two sides, there could be some fireworks in this contest. The Spurs are clear favourites, but we could be in line for lots of goals if recent matches are a trend.

Verdict: Over 3,5 goals scored – yes

Best Odds: 5/4

Bookmaker: 888sport