Competition: Premier League Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025 Kickoff: 3:00 PM BST Venue: Elland Road, Leeds Team News Daniel Farke (Leeds United) On the Premier League Level and Confidence: "We stay humble. We know two wins after five games is really good, seven points for a newly promoted side is really good. But we also know seven points won't be enough to earn the right to stay in this league, so it's a long road and we have to add a few more wins and many more points. The first five games have shown we belong in this league, we can play at this level and we can win these games." On Bournemouth's Form and Quality: "They are a really good side, top-half last season. They have had a top start in terms of results and performances, fully deserve to be in the top four, same amount of points as Arsenal in position two. They have lots of intensity, and Andoni [Iraola] has done great work. As a newly promoted side, you can never really be the favourite, but we're in good shape, capable of winning points no matter who we play." On Key Player Dominic Calvert-Lewin: "He's been brilliant with attitude, character, and behaviour, leading young players. Very important and a great teammate, the most experienced Premier League player. Starting to take more responsibility in the dressing room, and that starts with what he delivers on the pitch... He will be a very important player for this season as well as the mid/long term." Andoni Iraola (AFC Bournemouth) On the Challenge Posed by Leeds and Fellow Promoted Teams: "I think the three teams that have got promoted, they have been very solid, very good. I was reading the other day, I think it's the most points they have had between the three in this moment for the last 20 something years so it puts more difficulty for the others to stay in this league. I think it's going to be expensive points wise because they are doing very well and also they look solid." On Leeds' Key Signings and Experience: "I think the three teams, they have signed players with Premier League experience like [Sean] Longstaff, Calvert-Lewin... players that are very good players, they have been here before, they have been competing even in big clubs. I think they have this stability that will help them with the other new signings and new players that they already had and I think it's going to be expensive to stay this season so every point that we can add now is welcome." On Managing Lewis Cook's Injury Ahead of Elland Road Return: "We have the situation with Lewis Cook. He is still in some pain in the shoulder. He is training with us but we have to take a decision. We will have to see how he trains and see if he can travel with us, or if it's better we leave it until next week. It's a decision we have to take today after training." Pundit Predictions & Analysis BBC Sport (Chris Sutton): Despite praising Leeds' recent 3-1 win over Wolves, Sutton backs the visitors. He said: "I was very impressed by Leeds' win over Wolves last time out - it really surprised me, but it was a brilliant result that showed what they have got to offer under Daniel Farke... Even so, I am backing Bournemouth here. The Cherries were a bit flat against Newcastle last week but they usually create loads of chances and that's what I am expecting them to do at Elland Road.” Sutton's Prediction: Leeds United 1-2 AFC Bournemouth Sky Sports (Jones Knows): Jones Knows suggests the game is set up well for a Leeds win. His analysis focuses on Bournemouth's style of play: "Bournemouth are a fantastic team to bet on as their style never changes and clear, trustworthy patterns are emerging in that when teams allow them the ball, they struggle... If Bournemouth can't force you into transitions, they become awkwardly one-paced and predictable in the final third." He also advises on a low-scoring affair. Jones Knows' Prediction: Leeds United Win (But also suggests a possible Under 2.5 Goals bet) The Independent/Ladbrokes Preview: This analysis points to a rollercoaster start for Leeds but acknowledges their home strength, noting solid wins against Wolves and Everton. For Bournemouth, it highlights their consistency, including recent wins over Tottenham and Brighton. The prediction leans toward the home side capitalizing on the Elland Road atmosphere. Prediction: Leeds United 2-1 AFC Bournemouth Squawka Analysis: Squawka focuses on the contrasting strengths: "Bournemouth start in fourth position following a blistering start... Their defensive record and attacking intent give them a clear edge, but their discipline remains a concern." They note Leeds' struggles to score goals and Bournemouth's superior underlying metrics (xG) and clean sheet record, leading them to back the visitors despite Leeds' historical dominance at Elland Road. Prediction: AFC Bournemouth Win (With a side bet on Over 2.5 Goals) Head-to-Head Overall Record: Leeds has the historical edge with 11 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses in 15 competitive meetings. Elland Road Record: Leeds holds an unprecedented record against Bournemouth at home, winning all eight of their previous encounters at Elland Road. Last Two Premier League Meetings: The last two Premier League games were goal-fests, with the home team winning each time: April 30, 2023: Bournemouth 4-1 Leeds United November 5, 2022: Leeds United 4-3 Bournemouth   submitted by   /u/JimbobTML [link]   [comments]