
Bournemouth will attempt to break their six-match winless streak in the upcoming Premier League fixture against Fulham on Monday. The Cherries hold a record of 12 wins, 9 draws, and 10 losses, accumulating a total of 45 points, and have not succeeded in their last six games; they have lost four and drawn two. In contrast, Fulham has 48 points from 13 wins, 9 draws, and 9 losses, and they are entering this match on the high of a 3-2 victory against league leaders, Liverpool. Previously, both teams faced each other, resulting in a 2-2 draw.
Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET at Vitality Stadium. Bournemouth currently stands as the favorites at +115 (meaning a $100 bet would yield $115), while Fulham is set at +230, marking them as the underdogs. A tie is valued at +250, and the over/under for total goals scored is set at 2.5. Before finalizing any bets on this matchup, it’s crucial to consult with proven experts like Brandt Sutton from SportsLine.
Sutton’s Betting Choices
- Over 2.5 goals (-140 at FanDuel): In the previous encounter, Bournemouth and Fulham combined for four goals. Bournemouth had 16 total shots with 9 hitting the target, while Fulham managed 11 shots with a 52% possession. Sutton highlights that historically they drew 2-2 in the last match, with both teams scoring in all of Bournemouth’s last seven matches across all competitions. In their previous five fixtures, over 2.5 goals were scored.
- Fulham +0.5 (-145): Bournemouth has struggled at home with four consecutive losses in league matches while Fulham boasts victories against teams such as Chelsea, Newcastle, and Nottingham Forest this season. Sutton predicts that Fulham, coming off an excellent win against Liverpool, stands to gain from this away match despite their recent two losses on the road.
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