AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester United: match statistics
Manchester United are displaying significantly better form in their last five matches, averaging 2 points per game compared to Bournemouth's 1.4. The visitors are 3rd in the table and have a much better overall season record (15 wins to the hosts' 9). Bournemouth have not suffered a single defeat in their last five home games, but four of those matches ended in draws, indicating difficulty in breaking down opponents. Manchester United score on average the same number of goals as the hosts in away matches (1.6), but boast a better conversion rate (11% vs 10%) and a higher possession percentage (54%). The key factor is the difference in form - United have won three of their last five matches, while Bournemouth have only managed one, which points towards an away victory.
AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester United: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
AFC Bournemouth played against Manchester United in Premier League (England). The game was played on March 20, 2026. Final score: 2:2.
Recent form
AFC Bournemouth has 1 win, 4 draws and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Manchester United has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, with 2.00 points per game.
Scoring records
AFC Bournemouth scores 1.47 goals per game and allows 1.53. Manchester United scores 1.80 and allows 1.37. Games in this league average 2.73 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 63% of AFC Bournemouth's games and 73% of Manchester United's. The Over 2.5 rates are 53% and 60%, compared with league averages of 56% for BTTS and 53% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Manchester United has the higher season xG average, 1.78 to 1.58 per game. AFC Bournemouth takes 13.9 shots per game, while Manchester United takes 15.9.
First-half and second-half trends
AFC Bournemouth leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 0.77 goals per game after halftime. Manchester United leads at halftime in 37% and scores 1.10 after halftime.
When the teams score
AFC Bournemouth's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (12 goals). For Manchester United, it is minutes 76-90+ (14 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Premier League games average 2.73 goals. Both teams score in 56% of games, and 53% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 8.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Manchester United are displaying significantly better form in their last five matches, averaging 2 points per game compared to Bournemouth's 1.4. The visitors are 3rd in the table and have a much better overall season record (15 wins to the hosts' 9). Bournemouth have not suffered a single defeat in their last five home games, but four of those matches ended in draws, indicating difficulty in breaking down opponents. Manchester United score on average the same number of goals as the hosts in away matches (1.6), but boast a better conversion rate (11% vs 10%) and a higher possession percentage (54%). The key factor is the difference in form - United have won three of their last five matches, while Bournemouth have only managed one, which points towards an away victory.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| AFC Bournemouth | Manchester United | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 36% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.31 | 0.31 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Manchester United is 43% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - AFC Bournemouth · 2 pts / game - Manchester United
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Manchester United is 22% better for: goals scored per game.
1.47 goals / game - AFC Bournemouth · 1.8 goals / game - Manchester United
Manchester United is 12% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.53 goals / game - AFC Bournemouth · 1.37 goals / game - Manchester United
AFC Bournemouth scores in 77% of games (23 of 30 meczów), while Manchester United keeps a clean sheet in 17% (5 of 30 meczów).
Manchester United scores in 90% of games (27 of 30 meczów), while AFC Bournemouth keeps a clean sheet in 30% (9 of 30 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - AFC Bournemouth
Over / Under - Manchester United
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Manchester United is 9% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.37 pts / game - AFC Bournemouth · 1.5 pts / game - Manchester United
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
AFC Bournemouth - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 30%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Manchester United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 37% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.4 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 100% |
| No goal | 100% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +4 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (12 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (13). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (14 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (12). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
AFC Bournemouth
Manchester United
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Premier League).
Teams vs league
| AFC Bournemouth | Liga | Manchester United | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.00 | 2.73 | ▲ 3.17 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 63% | 56% | ▲ 73% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 53% | 53% | ▲ 60% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 30% | 26% | ▼ 17% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 73% | 70% | ▲ 77% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 70% | 79% | ▲ 83% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from AFC Bournemouth's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against Manchester United. Games average 8.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester United?
The Premier League match finished AFC Bournemouth 2:2 Manchester United. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester United?
AFC Bournemouth score 1.47 goals per game on average and Manchester United 1.80. The Premier League average is 2.73 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 53% of games. Both teams score in 63% of AFC Bournemouth's matches and 73% of Manchester United's.
What form are AFC Bournemouth and Manchester United in?
Over the last 5 games AFC Bournemouth have a 1-4-0 record (1.40 points per game) and Manchester United 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester United?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.