Chelsea will make the trip to the Vitality Stadium aiming to find some consistency as the Premier League returns after the international break.
Enzo Maresca's team has shown mixed form so far this season, following a tumultuous summer of transfer activity. After a 2-0 defeat in their opener against Manchester City, they bounced back with a commanding 6-2 victory over Wolves, only to be held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Crystal Palace.
On the other hand, Bournemouth have had a solid start, remaining unbeaten with two draws and a win. After a 1-1 draw at Nottingham Forest on the opening weekend, they earned the same result against Newcastle at home.
Andoni Iraola’s side then pulled off a stunning late comeback, overturning a two-goal deficit to defeat Everton 3-2 at Goodison Park.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Bournemouth vs. Chelsea live stream, TV channel in US
Here's how to watch this Premier League match in the US:
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- Live stream: Peacock
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What time does Bournemouth vs. Chelsea kick off in US?
This Premier League clash takes place at Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, Dorset, and kicks off on Saturday, September 14 at 8:00 p.m. local time (BST).
Here's how that time translates to US time:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Sat, Sep. 14 | 3:00 p.m. |
| Central Time | Sat, Sep. 14 | 2:00 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sat, Sep. 14 | 1:00 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sat, Sep. 14 | 12:00 p.m. |
Bournemouth vs. Chelsea lineups, predicted starting 11, team news
Enes Unal and Tyler Adams are not yet ready to return for Bournemouth, but Philip Billing could be back after having only played six minutes this season.
Andoni Iraola may consider a few alterations from the dramatic win at Everton, having said he felt his team did not deserve their 3-2 victory. Luis Sinisterra could come in after scoring the winner off the bench at Goodison Park, while Adam Smith may start at right-back in place of new signing Julian Araujo, who played for Mexico during the international break.
Bournemouth predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Kepa (GK) — Smith, Zabarnyi, Senesi, Kerkez — Cook, Billing — Semenyo, Kluivert, Sinisterra — Evanilson.
Injured: Enes Unal, Tyler Adams
Suspended: None
Chelsea could be without two right-backs in Reece James and Malo Gusto, so Maresca may be forced into something of a makeshift defence. Mykhailo Mudryk came on for Gusto against Crystal Palace, but it feels more likely that one of Tosin Adarabioyo or Axel Disasi will come in.
Jadon Sancho will hope to make his debut, likely from the left wing, while Christopher Nkunku could start if Cole Palmer is not fully fit.
Romeo Lavia is also an injury doubt, so the regular duo of Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez should start despite long trips in the international break.
Chelsea predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Sanchez (GK) — Adarabioyo, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella — Caicedo, Fernandez — Madueke, Nkunku, Sancho — Jackson.
Injured: Reece James, Romeo Lavia (doubt), Cole Palmer (doubt), Malo Gusto
Suspended: None
Bournemouth vs. Chelsea prediction
Chelsea's away games often result in conceding goals, and it's unlikely they will keep a clean sheet against Bournemouth's attacking side, despite the international break potentially disrupting Iraola's team's momentum.
However, the two-week pause may have worked in Chelsea's favor, giving Maresca's squad a chance to regroup. With a strong array of attacking talent, they should be able to break through Bournemouth's young defense at least twice and secure a win.
Prediction: Bournemouth 2-4 Chelsea
Premier League fixture schedule this week
All times EDT
Saturday, September 14
- Southampton vs. Manchester United (7:30 a.m.)
- Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Ipswich Town (10:00 a.m.)
- Crystal Palace vs. Leicester City (10:00 a.m.)
- Fulham vs. West Ham United (10:00 a.m.)
- Liverpool vs. Nottingham Forest (10:00 a.m.)
- Manchester City vs. Brentford (10:00 a.m.)
- Aston Villa vs. Everton (12:30 p.m.)
- AFC Bournemouth vs. Chelsea (3:00 p.m.)
Sunday, September 15
- Tottenham Hotspur vs. Arsenal (9:00 a.m.)
- Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Newcastle United (11:30 a.m.)
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