- Kick-Off: 15:00 BST
- Venue: King Power Stadium, Leicester
- Attendance: 31,706
- Referee: Darren Bond
On Saturday, 5th October 2024, Leicester City hosted AFC Bournemouth at the King Power Stadium, looking for their first win of the 2024/25 Premier League season. The Foxes, under Steve Cooper’s management, faced a Cherries side brimming with confidence after a strong start to their campaign. Bournemouth, led by Andoni Iraola, were eager to capitalize on their momentum and secure another victory.
Both teams entered the match with contrasting objectives. Leicester City, languishing near the relegation zone, aimed to collect their first three points, while Bournemouth sought to solidify their position in the top half of the table.
Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth Head-to-Head
The history between Leicester City and AFC Bournemouth has been competitive. Going into this match:
- Total Meetings: 13
- Leicester Wins: 3
- Bournemouth Wins: 5
- Draws: 5
The most recent meeting prior to this game saw Bournemouth narrowly beating Leicester 1-0 at the King Power Stadium in April 2023. The Cherries have generally had the upper hand in recent clashes.
Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth Lineups
Leicester City (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper:
30 – Mads Hermansen - Defenders:
2 – James Justin
3 – Wout Faes (YC)
5 – Caleb Okoli
16 – Victor Kristiansen - Midfielders:
6 – Wilfred Ndidi (YC)
22 – Oliver Skipp
40 – Facundo Buonanotte (Goal 16’)
18 – Jordan Ayew (YC)
10 – Stephy Mavididi - Forward:
9 – Jamie Vardy (Captain) - Substitutes:
1 – Danny Ward
4 – Conor Coady
7 – Abdul Fatawu (82’)
8 – Harry Winks
11 – Bilal El Khannouss
14 – Bobby De Cordova-Reid (82’)
24 – Boubakary Soumaré (88’, YC)
29 – Odsonne Édouard (74’)
AFC Bournemouth (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper:
13 – Kepa Arrizabalaga - Defenders:
3 – Milos Kerkez (63’)
5 – Marcos Senesi (YC)
15 – Adam Smith (Captain, 63’)
27 – Illia Zabarnyi - Midfielders:
4 – Lewis Cook
10 – Ryan Christie (74’)
16 – Marcus Tavernier
19 – Justin Kluivert (45’)
24 – Antoine Semenyo - Forward:
9 – Evanilson (81’) - Substitutes:
42 – Mark Travers
2 – Dean Huijsen
7 – David Brooks (81’)
8 – Alex Scott (63’)
11 – Dango Ouattara (45’)
17 – Luis Sinisterra (63’)
26 – Enes Ünal (74’)
Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth Match Summary
Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth First Half
Leicester City started the match with intensity and quickly took the lead in the 16th minute. James Justin made a surging run down the right and delivered a perfect ball to Facundo Buonanotte, who curled a stunning left-footed shot into the top right corner to give Leicester a 1-0 lead.
Bournemouth struggled to create clear chances, with their best opportunity coming from Marcos Senesi’s header in the 6th minute, which went just wide. Leicester, however, maintained their defensive discipline, and despite a few late chances for Jamie Vardy, the half ended 1-0 in favor of the home side.
Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth Half-Time Score
Leicester City 1-0 AFC Bournemouth
Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth Second Half
Bournemouth came out stronger in the second half, making two substitutions at the break. Dango Ouattara was brought on, and his presence immediately made a difference. In the 49th minute, Illia Zabarnyi’s header from a Lewis Cook free-kick hit the post, marking Bournemouth’s best chance of the match.
Bournemouth thought they had equalized in the 66th minute when Lewis Cook’s free-kick found the back of the net, but the goal was ruled out for offside. The Cherries continued to press, with both Zabarnyi and Ouattara hitting the woodwork, but they couldn’t find a way past Mads Hermansen.
Leicester’s defense held firm as substitute Odsonne Édouard and Abdul Fatawu provided fresh legs. Bournemouth’s Enes Ünal missed a glorious chance in stoppage time, blasting his shot over the bar from close range, sealing a 1-0 victory for Leicester City.
Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth Full-Time Score
Leicester City 1-0 AFC Bournemouth
Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth Stats
| Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth Stats | Leicester City | AFC Bournemouth |
| Possession % | 44.1 | 55.9 |
| Shots on Target | 2 | 2 |
| Total Shots | 6 | 19 |
| Touches | 575 | 644 |
| Passes | 368 | 443 |
| Tackles | 14 | 22 |
| Clearances | 36 | 20 |
| Corners | 0 | 9 |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 1 |
| Fouls Conceded | 12 | 14 |
Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth Timeline
- 16′ – GOAL: Leicester City 1-0 AFC Bournemouth. Facundo Buonanotte scores a stunning left-footed strike, assisted by James Justin.
- 49′ – Bournemouth Miss: Zabarnyi’s header strikes the post from a Lewis Cook set piece.
- 66′ – Disallowed Goal: Lewis Cook scores from a free kick, but the goal is ruled out for offside.
- 72′ – Bournemouth Hit the Woodwork Again: Dango Ouattara’s header rattles the crossbar.
- 90 +6′ – Full-Time: Leicester City hold on for a 1-0 win.
Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth Man of the Match
Facundo Buonanotte (Leicester City) – The 19-year-old Argentinian was the star of the show, scoring the match’s only goal with a brilliant strike and creating several chances. His performance on the right wing and in the No. 10 role was pivotal for Leicester’s first Premier League win of the season.
Impact on the Table:
- Leicester City moved up to 15th place with six points from seven matches.
- AFC Bournemouth remained in 13th, with eight points from their first seven games.
Player Achievements:
- Facundo Buonanotte notched his second goal of the season.
- James Justin provided his first assist of the campaign.
Leicester City finally claimed their first Premier League win of the 2024/25 season with a 1-0 victory over AFC Bournemouth at the King Power Stadium. The win lifts Leicester out of the relegation zone and provides much-needed confidence as they head into a crucial period in the season. Bournemouth, despite dominating possession and hitting the woodwork twice, were unable to break through and will be disappointed to leave Leicester without a point.
FAQs:
- Who scored the goal in the Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth match?
Facundo Buonanotte scored the only goal of the game in the 16th minute. - How many shots did Bournemouth have in the Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth?
Bournemouth had 19 shots in total, with two on target. - What was the possession percentage in the Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth match?
Bournemouth had 55.9% possession, while Leicester had 44.1%. - Who was named Man of the Match in the Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth?
Facundo Buonanotte was named Man of the Match for his decisive goal and excellent all-around play. - How did the Leicester City vs AFC Bournemouth result impact the league standings?
Leicester moved up to 15th with six points, while Bournemouth stayed in 13th with eight points.
