Football Result

Alex Scott 18'
Antoine Semenyo 61' Pen
Kaoru Mitoma 48'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
36.3%
27.4%
36.3%
We were not sure.
Power Comparison in the League
0.519
0.64
Game Stats
Goals
2
1
Shots on Target
5
2
Shots
13
6
Possession
51.3%
48.7%
Fouls
16
10
Yellow Cards
4
4
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
4
4
Offsides
1
0
Saves
1
3
Team Formations
4-2-3-1
4-2-3-1


Location
Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth, England
Attendance
11,167
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
2025-09-14 | Game Summary

In a tightly contested English Premier League match at Vitality Stadium on September 13, 2025, AFC Bournemouth edged out Brighton & Hove Albion with a 2-1 victory. The AI prediction favored Brighton, but Bournemouth defied expectations. The predicted probabilities were almost identical (36.3% each) for a win and 27.4% for a draw, indicating a balanced game was expected, which proved accurate in terms of competitiveness. Bournemouth had slightly more possession (51.3%) and more shots (13 vs 6).
Alex Scott opened the scoring for Bournemouth in the 18th minute. Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma equalized shortly after halftime in the 48th minute. Antoine Semenyo then secured the win for the Cherries with a penalty in the 61st minute. Both teams committed a high number of fouls (16 and 10, respectively) and received four yellow cards each, showing the intensity of the match.
Bournemouth's goalkeeper made only one save, while Brighton's counterpart made three. Bournemouth's attacking efficiency proved decisive, converting their chances more effectively. Looking at the formations, both teams started with a 4-2-3-1 setup, suggesting a tactical parity.
Bournemouth's recent form has been inconsistent with some wins and some losses in Premier League and Carabao Cup. Their next match is at home against Newcastle United. Bournemouth won the last game against Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 and Wolverhampton 1-0, but lost against Liverpool 4-2. Brighton have shown a mixed bag of results, winning against Manchester City in the league but losing to Everton. Their next match is at home against Tottenham Hotspur. In the previous games, Brighton won the last game against Manchester City 2-1, won the Carabao Cup game against Oxford United 6-0, but lost against Everton 2-0.
Historically, head-to-head encounters have been relatively balanced. However, in recent matches, Bournemouth have found some success against Newcastle, indicating some confidence going into their next game. Brighton has dominated Bournemouth in the recent past, but Bournemouth reversed the trend today. Brighton played very well against Tottenham in the past.
The game's outcome suggests Bournemouth are capable of upsetting higher-rated teams, while Brighton's form may be wavering. Bournemouth's win breaks a run of previous head-to-head games, where Brighton often dominated. Bournemouth won two of their previous five games, and Brighton won three of their previous five games. This result gives Bournemouth momentum heading into their next fixture.

2025-09-12 | Pre-game insights

On September 13, 2025, AFC Bournemouth will face Brighton & Hove Albion at Vitality Stadium in an English Premier League clash. AI predicts a Brighton & Hove Albion win, despite both teams having a 36.3% win probability. The AI gives Brighton a 0.64 rating, slightly higher than Bournemouth's 0.519. Recent form shows Brighton with strong wins against Manchester City and Oxford United. Bournemouth, however, had a recent loss to Liverpool, but also won against Tottenham. Brighton's star midfielder, Alexis Mac Allister Jr, will be key to their attack. Bournemouth relies on Dominic Solanke's finishing. The draw probability is 27.4%. Last head-to-head games give Brighton the advantage. Will the AI's prediction hold true, or can Bournemouth defy the odds?