Bournemouth travel to Elland Road on Saturday aiming to continue their superb start to the Premier League season.
Andoni Iraola’s men have been one of the early pace-setters, sitting fourth in the table after five games and full of belief heading into this clash against newly-promoted Leeds United.
Leeds are also in good form following an impressive 3-1 victory at Wolves last weekend, making this a real test for the Cherries as they look to extend their unbeaten run.
Encouraging Start for Both Sides
Bournemouth have been outstanding so far this season, collecting 10 points from a possible 15 thanks to three wins, one draw, and just a single defeat. Iraola’s side have combined defensive resilience with lightning-fast counter-attacks, conceding only five goals while scoring vital winners at key moments.
Leeds have also made a solid return to the top flight, with two wins and a draw from their first five matches. They head into Saturday’s clash in mid-table but are unbeaten at Elland Road this season.
“They play with lots of intensity and belief and Andoni [Iraola] deserves a lot of praise,”
said Leeds boss Daniel Farke. “They are difficult to beat and capable of scoring goals. They’ve developed step by step at Premier League level as a club and a team.”
Team News
Bournemouth
Iraola will once again be without experienced defender Adam Smith (thigh) and striker Enes Ünal (knee).
Midfielder Lewis Cook faces a late fitness test on a shoulder problem but is pushing to be involved.
Predicted Bournemouth XI:
Petrovic; Hill, Diakité, Senesi, Truffert; Adams, Scott; Brooks, Tavernier, Evanilson; Semenyo.
“We know Elland Road is a tough place to go, but we’re confident in our game plan,” said Iraola in the build-up.
“The players have been fantastic so far, and we want to keep this momentum going.”
Leeds United
Farke confirmed that Karl Darlow will continue in goal, with first-choice goalkeeper Lucas Perri still recovering from a thigh injury.
There was positive news for Leeds with Jayden Bogle fit to return, while Dan James could feature after making progress in his rehab.
Wilfried Gnonto, however, remains sidelined.
Predicted Leeds XI:
Darlow; Bogle, Rodon, Struijk, Gudmundsson; Longstaff, Ampadu, Stach; Aaronson, Calvert-Lewin, Okafor.
Players to Watch
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Antoine Semenyo – Bournemouth’s dynamic forward has the pace and power to trouble Leeds’ defence and could be the difference-maker.
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Tyler Adams – Facing his former club, the midfielder’s energy and work rate will be crucial for the Cherries in midfield.
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Dominic Calvert-Lewin – Leeds striker opened his account last week and will be their main goal threat.
Stat Box
| 2025/26 Premier League | Bournemouth | Leeds |
|---|---|---|
| Position | 4th | 12th |
| Goals Scored | 6 | 7 |
| Goals Conceded | 5 | 7 |
| Points | 10 | 7 |
| Last 5 Matches (W-D-L) | 3-1-1 | 2-1-2 |
Head-to-Head History at Elland Road
| Games Played | Leeds Wins | Draws | Bournemouth Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
The Cherries have never taken a point away at Elland Road — Saturday is a chance to make history.
Bournemouth Daily View
This match presents a fantastic opportunity for Bournemouth to make a statement. A win at Elland Road would not only keep them in the top four but also end their winless run away to Leeds.
The Cherries’ pace on the counter could be decisive against a Leeds side that likes to push forward. If Semenyo and Tavernier find space, Iraola’s team have every chance of breaking Leeds’ home streak.
Prediction:
Leeds 1-2 Bournemouth 🍒
Match Details
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Kick-Off: Saturday, 27 September 2025 – 3:00 PM
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Venue: Elland Road, Leeds
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Coverage: Follow live updates and post-match reaction on the Bournemouth Daily website and social channels.
