Manchester Utd vs Bournemouth Prediction & Betting Tips (22 December)

Far from the objectives displayed at the start of the season, Manchester United is currently 13th in the Premier League and is 6 points behind the Big 4. The poor results precipitated the departure of coach Erik ten Hag at the end of October. His replacement Ruben Amorim took office after the international break in November. Under the leadership of the former Sporting technician, the Red Devils are blowing hot and cold for the moment 2 victories, 1 draw and 2 defeats in the league. After losing to Arsenal 0-2 and Nottingham Forest 2-3, they reacted last weekend by winning at rival Manchester City thanks to two goals scored late in the game 1-2. 7th in the Europa League, the Mancunian team is in a good position to reach the round of 16 directly.

A nice surprise at the start of the season, Bournemouth now occupies 6th place in the Premier League with 3 points out of 4th place. Obtaining a European qualification would be a great achievement for this training which was not expected at this level. After having suffered 2 losses in a row at Brentford and Brighton, the Cherries have started a positive dynamic again. They dominated Wolverhampton 2-4, Tottenham 1-0 and Ipswich 1-2 before being held back last Monday. In its den, Bournemouth conceded the share of points against West Ham 1-1.

Left-back Luke Shaw is still missing from Manchester United this weekend. He was joined in the infirmary by the disappointing Mount. In addition, the participation of experienced defender Evans is not assured. Not called up on the last day, the attackers Garnacho and Rashford do not seem to be part of Ruben Amorim's plans. Both scorers against Manchester City, Bruno Fernandes (4 goals and 5 assists in PL) and Diallo (2 goals and 6 assists in PL) should be renewed. To occupy the forefront of the attack, Hojlund (2 goals in PL) and Zirkzee (3 goals in PL) are in the balance.

On the side of Bournemouth, the senior defenders Senesi and Araujo are forced to forfeit just like the interesting midfielder Scott and potentially starting wingers Sinisterra and Tavernier. During the last 2 days, Turkish international Enes Ünal scored after coming on. The Brazilian Evanilson (4 goals in PL) is his competitor to start up front. Attacking midfielders Semenyo (4 goals in PL) and Kluivert (5 goals and 2 assists in PL) are available.