AFC Bournemouth desperately need points on Saturday, Dec 12 at 4:00 PM in the Premier League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Arsenal come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). AFC Bournemouth travel out of form (0W 2L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours Arsenal here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against AFC Bournemouth, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in AFC Bournemouth won 2–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Arsenal look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though AFC Bournemouth will make it uncomfortable. Arsenal to win.