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AFC Bournemouth

EnglandEnglandFounded 1899
Andoni Iraola
Andoni IraolaManager
Vitality Stadium
Home Venue
Vitality Stadium
11,700 capacity

Season Report & Analysis

AFC Bournemouth - League 2025/2026

Comprehensive statistical analysis of AFC Bournemouth's season performance, including team metrics, player statistics, form analysis, home/away performance, and detailed insights.

AFC Bournemouth is currently competing in the League 2025/2026 season, sitting in 15th position with 26 points from 21 matches. The team represents England in this competition.

The team's record of 6 wins from 21 matches represents a 28.6% win rate, indicating a challenging season. With 34 goals scored and 40 goals conceded, the team achieved a -6 goal difference, indicating areas for improvement in both attack and defense. The team averaged 1.62 goals per game, demonstrating decent attacking output.

This comprehensive report provides detailed analysis of AFC Bournemouth's season so far, including player performance metrics, form analysis, home and away performance, disciplinary records, and competitive insights. The data reflects the team's performance through 21 matches, showcasing their strengths, areas for development, and overall contribution to the competition.

Home Advantage

+146.8%

Strong home advantage

Points per Game

1.73Home
0.70Away

Home vs Away Points

Performance Summary

AFC Bournemouth's home advantage is 1.03 points per game, indicating that the team significantly benefits from playing in front of their home supporters. The team averages 1.73 points at home compared to 0.70 points away.

AFC Bournemouth has accumulated 19 points at home from 11 matches (5W 4D 2L) and 7 points away from 10 matches (1W 4D 5L). This demonstrates a significant home advantage, highlighting their reliance on home support and familiar surroundings. The team's ability to consistently perform at home suggests they thrive in their own stadium environment.

The team's strong home form, with 1.73 points per game at home, indicates that AFC Bournemouth leverages their home advantage effectively. This consistent performance in front of their supporters is a key strength that contributes significantly to their overall season performance.

Average Goals per Match

3.55

Across 21 matches

Team Goals per Game

1.62

Goals scored per match

Goals per Match Distribution

Distribution by Percentage

0-1 goals
5 matches (23.8%)
2-3 goals
3 matches (14.3%)
4-5 goals
10 matches (47.6%)
6+ goals
3 matches (14.3%)

Summary

Across 21 completed matches for AFC Bournemouth, the team's matches average 3.55 goals per match. The most frequent outcome is 4-5 goals, representing 10 matches (47.6% of all fixtures), indicating a balanced approach where both attacking play and defensive organization are rewarded.

Low-scoring encounters (0-1 goals) make up 23.8% of matches (5 matches), highlighting the importance of defensive discipline and tactical awareness. Meanwhile, high-scoring thrillers (4+ goals) have occurred 13 times (61.9% of all matches), demonstrating the attacking quality and entertainment value present throughout the season.

The team's tactical sophistication is evident in its 1.62 goals per game average, reflecting a focus on defensive organization and strategic play. This distribution indicates that the team prioritizes defensive stability, making every goal valuable and matches often decided by fine margins and tactical execution.

Yellow Cards

331.57 per match

Red Cards

10.05 per match

Total Cards

341.62 per match

Total Fouls

1677.95 per match

Cards per Foul

0.204High frequency

Cards Distribution

Penalty Conversion

No penalty data available

Penalty statistics will appear here once data is collected

Disciplinary Events Overview

Disciplinary Analysis

AFC Bournemouth has demonstrated a relatively disciplined style of play throughout the season. The team has seen 34 total cards issued across 21 matches, with 33 yellow cards and 1 red cards. This translates to an average of 1.62 cards per match, demonstrating relatively disciplined conduct throughout the season.

Yellow card distribution shows that 97.1% of all disciplinary actions were cautions, averaging 1.57 yellow cards per match. Red cards accounted for 2.9% of total disciplinary actions, with an average of 0.05 red cards per match. The team recorded 167 total fouls, averaging 7.95 fouls per match, which provides context for the disciplinary patterns observed.

Overall, the disciplinary record of AFC Bournemouth reflects a disciplined approach to match conduct. The balance between competitive intensity and disciplinary control shapes the tactical landscape, influencing how the team approaches matches and manages player behavior throughout the season.

Attack Efficiency

1.62

Goals per game

Defense Efficiency

1.90

Goals conceded per game

Points Efficiency

1.24

Points per game

Efficiency Analysis

Team efficiency metrics reveal how effectively AFC Bournemouth converts opportunities into results. The team leads in attack efficiency with 1.62 goals per game, while demonstrating defensive efficiency, conceding just 1.90 goals per game.

The most efficient teams combine strong attacking output with defensive discipline.AFC Bournemouth leads in points efficiency with 1.24 points per game, demonstrating the optimal balance between scoring goals and preventing them. Teams that maintain high efficiency rates throughout the season consistently challenge for top positions and maximize their potential.

Efficiency metrics provide deeper insights than simple win-loss records, revealing which teams are getting the most out of their opportunities. AFC Bournemouth's goal difference of -6 reflects that the team concedes more goals than they score on average, suggesting defensive improvements are needed.

Incoming
4
Outgoing
8
Spent
€60,700,000
Recouped
€51,450,000

AFC Bournemouth shows a Net buyer posture this window: spent €60,700,000 and recouped €51,450,000, for a net of -€9,250,000. Incoming moves: 4, outgoing moves: 8.

Veljko Milosavljevic
€15,000,000
Crvena ZvezdaCrvena Zvezda
AFC BournemouthAFC Bournemouth
Álex Jiménez
Álex Jiménez
Sep 01, 2025
€1,500,000
AC MilanAC Milan
AFC BournemouthAFC Bournemouth
Amine Adli
Amine Adli
Aug 21, 2025
€21,000,000
Bayer 04 LeverkusenBayer 04 Leverkusen
AFC BournemouthAFC Bournemouth
Ben Gannon-Doak 
Ben Gannon-Doak 
Aug 18, 2025
€23,200,000
LiverpoolLiverpool
AFC BournemouthAFC Bournemouth
TeamInboundOutboundSpentRecoupedNet
AFC Bournemouth
48€60,700,000€51,450,000-€9,250,000
Arsenal
26€69,300,000€2,300,000-€67,000,000
Manchester City
18€30,000,000€37,500,000+€7,500,000
Aston Villa
36€0€48,150,000+€48,150,000
Liverpool
23€176,000,000€23,200,000-€152,800,000
Brentford
34€42,800,000€57,700,000+€14,900,000
Newcastle United
33€177,850,000€145,000,000-€32,850,000
Manchester United
18€21,000,000€74,200,000+€53,200,000
Chelsea
38€48,500,000€100,300,000+€51,800,000
Fulham
32€44,000,000€17,000,000-€27,000,000
Sunderland
49€34,900,000€2,500,000-€32,400,000
Brighton & Hove Albion
08€0€24,300,000+€24,300,000
Everton
35€42,500,000€8,600,000-€33,900,000
Crystal Palace
34€53,000,000€73,000,000+€20,000,000
Tottenham Hotspur
23€65,000,000€6,000,000-€59,000,000
Leeds United
35€28,300,000€2,000,000-€26,300,000
Nottingham Forest
99€163,900,000€8,000,000-€155,900,000
West Ham United
47€61,000,000€25,700,000-€35,300,000
Burnley
19€2,000,000€0-€2,000,000
Wolverhampton Wanderers
34€61,000,000€22,500,000-€38,500,000
AFC Bournemouth
Activity (in/out)12
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€112,150,000
Net-€9,250,000
Arsenal
Activity (in/out)8
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€71,600,000
Net-€67,000,000
Manchester City
Activity (in/out)9
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€67,500,000
Net+€7,500,000
Aston Villa
Activity (in/out)9
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€48,150,000
Net+€48,150,000
Liverpool
Activity (in/out)5
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€199,200,000
Net-€152,800,000
Brentford
Activity (in/out)7
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€100,500,000
Net+€14,900,000
Newcastle United
Activity (in/out)6
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€322,850,000
Net-€32,850,000
Manchester United
Activity (in/out)9
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€95,200,000
Net+€53,200,000
Chelsea
Activity (in/out)11
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€148,800,000
Net+€51,800,000
Fulham
Activity (in/out)5
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€61,000,000
Net-€27,000,000
Sunderland
Activity (in/out)13
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€37,400,000
Net-€32,400,000
Brighton & Hove Albion
Activity (in/out)8
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€24,300,000
Net+€24,300,000
Everton
Activity (in/out)8
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€51,100,000
Net-€33,900,000
Crystal Palace
Activity (in/out)7
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€126,000,000
Net+€20,000,000
Tottenham Hotspur
Activity (in/out)5
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€71,000,000
Net-€59,000,000
Leeds United
Activity (in/out)8
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€30,300,000
Net-€26,300,000
Nottingham Forest
Activity (in/out)18
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€171,900,000
Net-€155,900,000
West Ham United
Activity (in/out)11
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€86,700,000
Net-€35,300,000
Burnley
Activity (in/out)10
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€2,000,000
Net-€2,000,000
Wolverhampton Wanderers
Activity (in/out)7
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€83,500,000
Net-€38,500,000
Biggest Fees (League Teams)
Alexander Isak
Alexander IsakNewcastle UnitedLiverpool
€145,000,000
Nick Woltemade
Nick WoltemadeVfB StuttgartNewcastle United
€75,000,000
Eberechi Eze
Eberechi EzeCrystal PalaceArsenal
€69,300,000
Xavi Simons
Xavi SimonsRB LeipzigTottenham Hotspur
€65,000,000
Yoane Wissa
Yoane WissaBrentfordNewcastle United
€57,700,000
Alejandro Garnacho
Alejandro GarnachoManchester UnitedChelsea
€46,200,000
Summary

The most aggressive spender is Newcastle United (€177,850,000 outlay), while Newcastle United leads receipts at €145,000,000. Net leaders are topped by Manchester United (+€53,200,000), with the largest deficit at Nottingham Forest (-€155,900,000). Activity bars flag recruitment volume; money-flow bars reveal gross spend plus recouped fees, surfacing the most liquid clubs. Biggest-fee deals spotlight premium valuations (Alexander Isak for €145,000,000), guiding scouts to headline movers and hinting where quieter value may remain.

Summary

Antoine Semenyo leads AFC Bournemouth's scoring charts with 10 goals, demonstrating exceptional finishing ability and consistency throughout the season. Marcos Senesi has provided the most assists with 4, highlighting the creative talent in the team. The squad features a diverse range of attacking players, with the top 10 scorers contributing significantly to the team's success.

These players represent the elite talent in AFC Bournemouth, showcasing world-class skills across scoring, creativity, defensive work, and goalkeeping. The per-90 statistics provide fair comparisons across players with varying playing time, highlighting those who make the most impact when on the pitch.

Summary

This ranking compares AFC Bournemouth's top performers with the best players across the entire competition, showing how the team's elite talent stacks up against other teams' top players. The rankings are sorted by total goals, assists, and average rating, providing a clear view of where AFC Bournemouth's players rank within the competition.

In the goal-scoring category, AFC Bournemouth's top scorer Antoine Semenyo ranks third in the competition with 10 goals, placing among the elite attacking talent in the league.

For assists, AFC Bournemouth's top playmaker Marcos Senesi ranks 11th out of the top 11 players with 4 assists, providing valuable creativity to AFC Bournemouth's attack.

In player ratings, AFC Bournemouth's highest-rated player Marcos Senesi ranks 11th out of the top 11 players with a 7.0 rating, contributing consistently to AFC Bournemouth's performances.

Upcoming fixtures with compelling storylines based on AFC Bournemouth's position, form, and what's at stake.

Summary

A position battle sees AFC Bournemouth (15th, 26 pts) visit Everton (12th, 29 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 3 positions and 3 points separating them, this match could prove pivotal for AFC Bournemouth's season objectives.

A position battle sees AFC Bournemouth (15th, 26 pts) visit West Ham United (18th, 14 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 3 positions and 12 points separating them, this match could prove pivotal for AFC Bournemouth's season objectives.

A position battle sees AFC Bournemouth (15th, 26 pts) host Leeds United (16th, 22 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 1 position and 4 points separating them, this match could prove pivotal for AFC Bournemouth's season objectives.

A position battle sees AFC Bournemouth (15th, 26 pts) host Crystal Palace (13th, 28 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 2 positions and 2 points separating them, this match could prove pivotal for AFC Bournemouth's season objectives.

A position battle sees AFC Bournemouth (15th, 26 pts) visit Nottingham Forest (17th, 21 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 2 positions and 5 points separating them, this match could prove pivotal for AFC Bournemouth's season objectives.

What is AFC Bournemouth's current position?

AFC Bournemouth is currently in position #15 with 26 points from 21 matches.

Who is AFC Bournemouth's top scorer?

Antoine Semenyo leads AFC Bournemouth with 10 goals this season.

How has AFC Bournemouth performed at home vs away?

AFC Bournemouth has earned 19 points at home and 7 points away. The team performs better at home.

What is AFC Bournemouth's goal difference?

AFC Bournemouth has a goal difference of -6, having scored 34 goals and conceded 40 goals.

How many clean sheets has AFC Bournemouth kept?

AFC Bournemouth has kept 5 clean sheets this season, averaging 0.24 clean sheets per game.

What is AFC Bournemouth's win rate?

AFC Bournemouth has a win rate of 28.6%, with 6 wins, 8 draws, and 7 losses.

AFC Bournemouth is currently competing in the 2025/2026 season, sitting in position #15 with 26 points from 21 matches, achieving a record of 6 wins, 8 draws, and 7 losses. The team averages 1.62 goals per game with a 28.6% win rate.

AFC Bournemouth has a goal difference of -6, having scored 34 goals and conceded 40 goals.Antoine Semenyo tops the scoring charts with 10 goals. Marcos Senesi leads in assists with 4, highlighting the creative talent throughout the team.

Home and away performance analysis shows that AFC Bournemouth has earned 19 home pointscompared to 7 away points. The team demonstrates a slight home advantage with a 1.0% difference.

Goal distribution analysis shows that matches with 4-5 goals represent the most common outcome, accounting for 47.6% of all matches. The highest-scoring match was Manchester United vs AFC Bournemouth, ending 4-4 with 8 total goals. The biggest victory margin came when AFC Bournemouth defeated Fulham 3-1 with a 2-goal margin. These statistics highlight the competitive nature and entertainment value of AFC Bournemouth's season.

This comprehensive analysis covers AFC Bournemouth's performance in the 2025/2026 season in England, providing detailed statistics and insights into the team's performance, player contributions, and competitive standing.