Newcastle United has started their 2024/25 campaign with a win against Southampton FC at the St. James. Even though the Magpies club didn't win it with sheer dominance, the club would be more than happy to complete the fixture with all 3 points. The next challenge for Howe's side would be to take on Bournemouth in an away fixture.
Can Newcastle United win against Bournemouth in their second PL matchday?
Not to forget, AFC Bournemouth has an impressive recent record against the Magpies in the last two Premier League campaigns without losing a single game. In fact, they shocked Newcastle United, taking the crucial 3 points in their home fixture, the last season. Thus, the question arises: Can Newcastle United win against Bournemouth this time?
Talking about the recent meetings of the two English clubs, Bournemouth enjoyed an upper hand in the 2023/24 season, managing a 2-0 win and a 2-2 draw. Bournemouth's former spearhead attacker, Solanke, stood as the standout performer in both fixtures, scoring a total of 3 goals against the Magpies in 2 outings.
However, the English center-forward has recently switched clubs, making a move to Tottenham Hotspur for £65M. To cover up the striker's absence, Bournemouth has signed Evanilson for £40 million from Porto. Coming on the back of a staggering campaign with the Portugal club, the 24-year-old Brazilian could prove much more fatal to the Magpies.
Already aware of Newcastle's defense woes, with Schar suspended, Sven Botman and Lascelles injured, and no progress in Guehi's deal, it is certain that Bournemouth's latest signing would be difficult to handle for Howe's side. As standing just below Newcastle United, Bournemouth's fixture could be a tricky challenge for the Magpies.
However, with a potential front three including the likes of Isak, Anthony Gordon, and Miguel Almiron, the Magpies won't be an easy opponent for Bournemouth either. Add to that the midfield having the previous fixture's match winner, Joelinton, Bruno Guimaraes, and Longstaff, and the lineup seems tough to face.
Finishing the lineup with a rock-solid English goalkeeper, Nick Pope, who is returning from a brilliant performance against Southampton in the season opener. If the Magpies Club does manage to bring a reliable center-back to the heart of their defense, Howe's side could be ready for a brilliant run this season.
Thus, overall, Newcastle United vs. Bournemouth could be an exciting fixture, resulting in a probable win for the Magpies club.