BOU vs SOU Dream11 Prediction Premier League: Starting Lineup, Fantasy Football Tips

On 30 September 2024, the South Coast rivalry takes center stage as Bournemouth host winless Southampton at the Vitality Stadium. Both teams are desperate for points, with Bournemouth looking to bounce back from a tough loss to Liverpool, while Southampton are still searching for their first Premier League win of the season.

Bournemouth had a tough outing at Anfield last weekend, falling 3-0 to a high-flying Liverpool side. Goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga made some impressive saves early on but was eventually undone by a mistake, allowing Luis Diaz to open the scoring. Bournemouth’s manager Andoni Iraola, who will serve a touchline ban on Monday due to repeated yellow cards, will be eager to see his team respond positively in this crucial clash.

The Cherries have had a mixed start to the season, with just one win in their first five Premier League games. However, their form against newly-promoted sides is encouraging—Bournemouth have lost just once in their last 19 home matches against such opposition. They currently sit 13th in the table and will be determined to avoid back-to-back home defeats.

Southampton, on the other hand, endured heartbreak last weekend. A late equalizer from Ipswich Town denied Russell Martin’s side their first victory of the season, leaving the Saints languishing in 19th place with just two points. Pressure is mounting on Martin, who has yet to secure a win in the top flight, and rumors of his future being in doubt are starting to circulate.

Despite their struggles, Southampton has enjoyed good recent form at the Vitality Stadium, winning their last three visits without conceding a goal. The Saints will be hoping to build on that record and finally get their season up and running.

Bournemouth Lineup

Kepa; Smith, Zabarnyi, Senesi, Kerkez; Cook, Christie; Semenyo, Kluivert, Tavernier; Unal

Bournemouth Team News

Bournemouth will be without their manager Andoni Iraola on the sidelines due to his suspension, while midfielder Tyler Adams remains sidelined with a back injury. However, the Cherries should otherwise have a fully fit squad to choose from, and Iraola may opt to make a few changes after their defeat at Anfield.

Southampton Lineup

Ramsdale; Sugawara, Harwood-Bellis, Bednarek, Taylor; Lallana, Downes; Dibling, Fernandes, Fraser; Archer

Southampton  Team News

Southampton will still be without key players Jack Stephens (suspension), Gavin Bazunu (Achilles), Kamaldeen Sulemana (ankle), and Will Smallbone (hamstring). However, Smallbone may be in contention for next week’s clash against Arsenal. With a lack of attacking potency and defensive frailties, Southampton face an uphill battle on Monday night.

BOU vs SOU Dream11 Prediction

GK: Kepa

DEF: Sugawara, Harwood-Bellis, Bednarek, Zabarnyi

MID: Downes, Dibling, Cook, Tavernier, Kluivert

FW: Semenyo

BOU vs SOU Key Player

• Antoine Semenyo (Bournemouth): Semenyo’s early disallowed goal against Liverpool shows his ability to make an impact. He will be key to Bournemouth’s attacking threat.
• Tyler Dibling (Southampton): The youngster opened the scoring against Ipswich last weekend, and Southampton will look to him again for some attacking inspiration.

Who will win today’s Premier League Match?

While Southampton have had success at the Vitality Stadium in recent years, their lack of firepower up front and defensive issues may prove too much to overcome. Bournemouth, even without Iraola on the touchline, should have the edge in this one, with their attacking options likely to cause problems for a struggling Saints side.

Prediction: Bournemouth 2-1 Southampton