Bournemouth – Coventry

Bournemouth host a struggling Coventry side in what promises to be a decisive encounter for both clubs. Sitting 15th with three points from four games, the Cherries have yet to taste victory, their record a trio of draws and a single loss, while conceding seven goals against six scored. Coventry languish at the foot of the table on zero points, having failed to secure even a draw in four defeats and yet to find the net, trailing by ten goals. The head‑to‑head record offers Bournemouth a psychological edge, but the lack of wins this season means the home side will be eager to turn the tide. A win for Bournemouth could lift them out of the relegation zone, whereas Coventry will be desperate to claim their first point and break a bleak run of four straight losses.