Bournemouth vs Nottingham Forest: Premier League Preview, Team News, Stats
Bournemouth will host Nottingham Forest in an intriguing Premier League clash. Both teams have contrasting fortunes this season, making the matchup particularly compelling.
Bournemouth’s Strong Performance
Bournemouth has an impressive record against Nottingham Forest, remaining unbeaten in their last ten league encounters. The Cherries have achieved six wins and four draws since their last defeat in the 2014-15 Championship season.
Furthermore, Bournemouth is enjoying a solid run in the current Premier League, with no losses in their last seven games. They have managed four victories and three draws during this period, marking this as the longest active streak in the league.
Team Statistics
- Last ten league games vs. Nottingham Forest: W6 D4
- Unbeaten in last seven Premier League games: W4 D3
- Longest unbeaten run under Andoni Iraola: Four times with one reaching 11 games
Nottingham Forest’s Struggles
On the other hand, Nottingham Forest has faced difficulties recently. They have not won their last seven Premier League matches, recording two draws and five losses. Only Wolverhampton Wanderers have a longer winless streak, totaling twelve games.
Forest’s poor performance is highlighted by their defending statistics, as they have conceded the joint most goals in the second half of games this season.
Managerial Changes
This season has seen Nottingham Forest go through three permanent managers, making it a record early in a Premier League campaign. Current manager Sean Dyche has yet to secure a win against Bournemouth in his last three encounters after winning six consecutive meetings against them prior.
Key Player Insights
Antoine Semenyo has been a standout for Bournemouth this season. He has contributed to nine goals—six scored and three assists—making him one of the league’s top performers.
In contrast, Nottingham Forest’s Chris Wood has netted 82 of his 91 Premier League goals under managers Sean Dyche and Nuno Espírito Santo.
Historical Context
- Bournemouth’s win rate against teams in relegation zone (2015-2020): 32.3%
- Bournemouth’s win rate against bottom three teams since 2022: 68.4% (13/19)
As the teams prepare to face each other, all eyes will be on how these elements play out on match day.