Bournemouth vs West Ham Prediction & Betting Tips (16 December)

Author of a very promising start to the season, Bournemouth is currently 8th in the Premier League and only concedes 3 units of expenditure in the Big 4. The Cherries display an interesting quality of play which allows them to dream of European qualification. After a series of 3 matches without a setback, 2 wins and 1 draw, they suffered 2 setbacks against Brentford 3-2 and Brighton 1-2. Bournemouth has resumed its march forward since with successes against Wolverhampton 2-4, Tottenham 1-0 and Ipswich last weekend 1-2. Eager to fight for the last European seats this season, West Ham disappoints for the moment.

Indeed, the London team now occupies 14th place in the Premier League, 6 points behind their opponent of the day. The Hammers display too much irregularity, as evidenced by the 4 losses suffered during the last 8 days, for 3 victories and 1 draw. After losing to Arsenal 2-5 and Leicester 3-1, they showed a reaction last Monday. In front of their fans, West Ham defeated relegated Wolverhampton 2-1.

The Bournemouth coach is without potential starters Senesi, Araujo (defenders), Scott (midfielder) and Sinisterra (winger), all on the flank. On the last day, it was the substitutes Ouattara (2 goals and 2 assists in PL) and Unal who gave the Cherries victory. In the offensive sector, Semenyo (4 goals in PL), Kluivent (5 goals and 2 assists in PL) and Evanilson (4 goals in PL) play a leading role for Bournemouth. Victim of a terrible road accident, the striker Antonio will stay away from the field for several months. Otherwise, the West Ham coach can count on his entire squad.

Midfielder Soucek (4 goals in PL) and winger Bowen (4 goals and 4 assists in PL) are the most influential elements this season. They both scored against Wolverhampton. Recently returned from injury, robust German striker Fullkrug found the net against Leicester but remained on the bench on the final day.