Bournemouth – AC Milan

Bournemouth host AC Milan at the Vitality Stadium in what promises to be a stark contrast of form. The Cherries sit 16th with just six points from seven games, having managed only one win and conceding 13 goals, while Milan sit comfortably in fourth, unbeaten with 15 points and a +7 goal difference. The Italian side’s four victories and three draws suggest they will arrive confident, whereas Bournemouth’s three defeats highlight the challenge of turning their season around on home soil. Historically, the two clubs have rarely met, adding an extra layer of intrigue to a fixture that could see Milan extend their unbeaten run and Bournemouth fight desperately to climb out of the relegation zone.