Bournemouth will host Wolverhampton Wanderers in their first home game of the new Premier League season on Saturday. Both sides are looking for a response after heavy defeats in their opening matches. Bournemouth lost 4-2 to Liverpool, while Wolves were beaten 4-0 by Manchester City.
At Anfield, Antoine Semenyo scored twice for Bournemouth, showing their attacking potential despite defeat. Their home form, however, has been inconsistent, with just two wins in their last eight league games at the Vitality Stadium.
Wolves struggled against City and remain bottom of the table. August has historically been a poor month for them in the Premier League, with just one win from 22 games. Still, Wolves are unbeaten in five league visits to Bournemouth, which gives them some confidence.
Bournemouth could hand debuts to new signings Ben Doak and Amine Adli. Ryan Christie is close to a return, while Justin Kluivert, Enes Unal and Lewis Cook are still injured.
Wolves may start new signing Jackson Tchatchoua on the right. Leon Chiwone is the only injury concern.
Bournemouth (possible XI): Petrovic; Smith, Diakite, Senesi, Truffert; Adams, Scott; Semenyo, Tavernier, Brooks; Evanilson
Wolves (possible XI): Sa; Doherty, Toti, Agbadou; Tchatchoua, Gomes, Andre, Wolfe; Lopez, Munetsi; Larsen
Bournemouth looked sharper in attack last week and their new signings could make the difference at home. Wolves’ away record in Bournemouth is strong, but this time the hosts may edge it.
Prediction: Bournemouth 2-1 Wolves