Line-up confirmed Chelsea x Bournemouth: where to watch the Premier League game live

Bournemouth faces Chelsea this Saturday, December 6, 2025, for Vitality Stadium, in Bournemouth, Inglaterra, for the 15th round of Premier League. The match starts at 3pm local British time, equivalent to 12pm Brasília time. Ambas teams arrive on the back of recent defeats: Bournemouth lost 1-0 to Everton on Tuesday, while Chelsea fell 3-1 to Leeds United on Wednesday.

The teams release confirmed lineups, with Bournemouth adopting 4-1-4-1 and Chelsea adopting 4-2-3-1. Andoni Iraola, coach of Bournemouth, opts for a reinforced defensive formation, while Enzo Maresca, of Chelsea, prioritizes quick attacks. Referee Michael Oliver referees the game, known for his low average number of cards, 0.14 per game.

The confrontation takes place at a crucial moment, with Chelsea in 4th place with 24 points and Bournemouth in 14th with 19.

• Main absences in Bournemouth: Ryan Christie (out due to injury), Lewis Cook and Tyler Adams (suspended).
• In Chelsea: Roméo Lavia and Levi Colwill (outside), Moisés Caicedo and Mykhaylo Mudryk (suspended).

Broadcast occurs via Disney+ on Brasil, with additional options such as Xsports in some countries. Fãs can access streaming globally, depending on the region.

Lineups confirmed for the duel

Djordje Petrovic takes over in goal for Bournemouth, with Adam Smith as captain in defense. The line of four has Bafodé Diakité and Marcos Senesi in the center, supported by Adrien Truffert on the left flank. Alex Scott anchors the midfield, while Antoine Semenyo and Justin Kluivert flank the attack led by Evanilson.

In Chelsea, Robert Sánchez defends the goal, protected by a defense with Wesley Fofana and Trevoh Chalobah. Marc Cucurella and Malo Gusto close the sides. Reece James, captain, and Enzo Fernández control the middle, with Pedro Neto, Cole Palmer and Alejandro Garnacho creating chances for Liam Delap up front.

These choices reflect recent tactical adjustments, with Bournemouth seeking stability at home and Chelsea exploring quick transitions.

Teams’ defensive challenges

Bournemouth has conceded 12 goals in the last four Premier League games, exposing weaknesses at the back. Iraola tests variations in the 4-1-4-1 to contain the Chelsea attack, which has scored 13 goals away from home this season.

Chelsea, in turn, faces problems with suspensions that weaken the midfield. Fernández and James need to compensate for the absence of Caicedo, while the defense, without

Season data shows that Bournemouth concedes an average of 1.8 goals per home game, but has only lost once at Vitality Stadium so far.

Featured players in the clash

Pedro Neto emerges as Chelsea’s main threat, with 72 creativity in recent statistics and four goals in the league. The Portuguese explores the right wing, testing Truffert, who has 61 in creation but 57 in defense.

In Bournemouth, Antoine Semenyo shines with speed, recording 69 in tackles and contributing to 14 of 19 points at home. Evanilson, with his movement, puts pressure on the defense of Chelsea, who averages 3.48 cards per game under Oliver.

Adrien Truffert, French full-back, faces Garnacho, young promise from Chelsea with increasing assists. Esses individual duels can set the pace of the game.

History and recent form of the teams

Bournemouth and Chelsea have faced each other 23 times, with Chelsea winning 15 and Bournemouth five, as well as three draws. The last duel ended 2-2, but Chelsea haven’t lost to Bournemouth in seven games.

Bournemouth has five games without a win, with a 3-2 defeat to Sunderland after leading 2-0. At home, however, the team scored 14 points in seven matches.

Chelsea boasts the second best away record, with 13 points from six games, despite the recent defeat to Leeds. Maresca implements rotations for the tight schedule, including Champions League versus Atalanta on Tuesday.

Streaming options and game access

Fans on Brasil watch live on Disney+, with full coverage from 11:30am on Brasília. The service offers high-definition streaming and post-game analysis.

In other countries, Xsports broadcasts to 36 nations, while Peacock covers Estados Unidos at 10am local time. No Reino Unido, the blackout prevents live broadcasting, but highlights come out right after the final whistle.

Platforms like the official Premier League app provide real-time updates, including statistics and replays.

Tactical expectations for the round

Iraola focuses on quick counterattacks, using Semenyo and Kluivert to exploit spaces left by Chelsea. The team presses hard in the first 15 minutes, as in 60% of their home games.

Maresca adopts possession of the ball, with 58% average control, prioritizing Palmer in the frame. Chelsea tests variations on 4-2-3-1 to deal with the dense environment of Bournemouth.

Forecasts indicate more than 2.5 goals in 56% of simulations, given the average of 3.2 goals in the last ten games for both teams.

Impact of suspensions on midfield

Lewis Cook and Tyler Adams stay outside of Bournemouth, forcing Scott to retreat and Tavernier to advance. Essa absence reduces the intensity of ball recovery statistics by 20%.

In the suspended Chelsea, Caicedo and Mudryk make room for Andrey Santos and Estêvão on the bench, but James takes on more responsibility. Fernández, with 65 in tackles, covers the void.

These changes alter the balance, with Bournemouth losing 15% average possession without Adams.