Bournemouth failed to win each of their first 12 visits to Old Trafford, losing 11 of them, before winning there in both of the last two seasons, prevailing 3-0 on both occasions.
Manchester United vs Bournemouth preview
In their penultimate match before Christmas, can Manchester United increase their own festive cheer by extending their unbeaten streak? Last Monday night, Rúben Amorim's team made light work of dispatching an abject Wolverhampton Wanderers side 4-1 at Molineux. Bruno Fernandes broke the deadlock in comical fashion, only for Wolves to snatch a shock equaliser in first half stoppage time, but Bryan Mbeumo, Mason Mount and then Fernandes again from the penalty spot were all on hand to secure the points.
As a result, the Red Devils are now unbeaten in five away games, winning three of them, but are still yet to put together an impressive sequence of results at Old Trafford. Man United's last two home matches have seen them beaten 1-0 by ten-man Everton, before an equally underwhelming 1-1 draw when bottom three dwellers West Ham visited 11 nights ago, conceding seven minutes from time. This time, will Amorim's team claim a victory that would propel themselves into the top five?
Meantime, Bournemouth supporters will be dreaming of a repeat of their 3-0 victories at Old Trafford during both of the last two Decembers, even if their side are not in great form right now. Last time out, nine days ago, Andoni Iraola's side were held to a goalless draw by Chelsea at Dean Court, dominating the first half, but neither side could find the breakthrough.
As a result, the Cherries are now without a win in six, losing four of these matches, having been unbeaten in eight beforehand. On the road, they've lost three on the spin, beaten by Manchester City, Aston Villa and Sunderland, form that has seen them slide to 14th, having been second as recently as the end of October. Now though, will Bournemouth enjoy another famous win at Old Trafford?
Manchester United vs Bournemouth head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 24.
- Manchester United Wins: 14. Draws: 5. Bournemouth Wins: 5.
Manchester United team news
The FIFA deadline for Africa Cup of Nations players to be released is Monday, the same day as this match, making the scheduling of this fixture far from ideal for Rúben Amorim, but reports suggest that Noussair Mazraoui, Amad and Bryan Mbeumo might be available before heading to Morocco.
Meantime, with both Harry Maguire and Matthijs de Ligt sidelined, Ayden Heaven has started the last two matches, but could there be a return for Leny Yoro or even fit again Lisandro Martínez?
Benjamin Šeško has not been seen since suffering a knee injury at Tottenham on 8 November, but there is optimism that he'll be back in the squad this week. Lastly, Casemiro and Patrick Dorgu will sit out Sunday's trip to Aston Villa if cautioned.
Manchester United predicted lineup vs Bournemouth: (3-4-2-1): Lammens; Mazraoui, Yoro, Shaw; Amad, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dalot; Mbeumo, Mount, Cunha.
Manchester United player to watch vs Bournemouth
Matheus Cunha has still only scored once for Manchester United, but has bagged three in his last five against Bournemouth, so will he further improve that ratio?
Bournemouth team news
Andoni Iraola can welcome back Tyler Adams, after he sat out the draw with Chelsea due to yellow card accumulation. Meantime, Veljko Milosavljević as well as Scottish duo Ryan Christie and Ben Gannon-Doak remain sidelined, while Marcos Senesi is a doubt due to a thigh issue.
In terms of who will feature, the return of Adams will see Marcus Tavernier deployed further forward, with Jusin Kluivert likely to get the nod over Amine Adli. Right-back Álex Jiménez is a booking away from sitting out Saturday's clash with Burnley.
Bournemouth predicted lineup vs Manchester United: (4-2-3-1): Petrović, Jiménez, Diakité, Senesi, Truffert; Scott, Adams, Semenyo, Tavernier, Kluivert; Evanilson.
Bournemouth player to watch vs Manchester United
Antoine Semenyo scored six goals during his first seven Premier League appearances this season, but is currently enduring a seven match scoring draught, albeit he did net home and away against Manchester United last season, so can he continue that sequence?
Manchester United vs Bournemouth prediction
Man United have had difficulties winning home matches of late, and we're forecasting that these issues will continue, backing Bournemouth to claim a result: Manchester United 1-1 Bournemouth.
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What is the date and kick-off time for Manchester United vs Bournemouth in the Premier League?
Manchester United vs Bournemouth takes place on Monday 15 December 2025, with kick off at 20:00 (GMT), 15:00 (ET) & 12:00 (PT).