Two local rivals clash in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup this season as Championship side Bournemouth go up against Southampton of the Premier League. Derbies tend to be tight and tense affairs but this is a chance for both teams to reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup and we expect the pair to play this game like they have nothing to lose.
Bournemouth vs Southampton: Our Top Tips
All of our tips contain no bias and have been researched using the latest stats and figures available at the time of publication.
- Prediction one: Full-Time Result – Southampton to Win @ 19/20
- Prediction two: Total Goals Under/Over – Over 2.5 Goals @ 20/23
- Prediction three: Both Teams to Score – BTTS @ 8/11
The odds provided are up to date at the time of publication. Odds are subject to change though and you should always check with your bookmaker before placing any bets. Our recommended bookmaker for this match is Ladbrokes.
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Southampton to Win
Southampton claimed a 2-0 win when these two sides last met back in July 2020. Bournemouth only managed to win two of their ten games against Southampton in the Premier League and now the pair ply their trade in different divisions. The hosts have lost two of their last four home games and the Saints only win in their last three matches arrived on the road.
Over 2.5 Goals
At least three goals have been scored in three of the last five meetings between Bournemouth and Southampton. Over 2.5 goals have been scored in four of the home side's and three of the visitor's last six outings in their respective leagues.
BTTS
Both teams have scored in four of the last six encounters between these two clubs. Four of Bournemouth's and three of Southampton's last six matches have also ended with both teams scoring. The host shave only managed to keep two clean sheets in their last six attempts and Southampton have kept one clean sheet in their last six outings.
All the Odds and Stats for Bournemouth vs Southampton in the FA Cup
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20/03/21 EFC |
Bournemouth
Bournemouth
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0 - 3 |
 Southampton
Southampton
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19/07/20 EPL |
Bournemouth
Bournemouth
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0 - 2 |
Southampton
Southampton
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20/09/19 EPL |
Southampton
Southampton
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1 - 3 |
Bournemouth
Bournemouth
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27/04/19 EPL |
Southampton
Southampton
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3 - 3 |
Bournemouth
Bournemouth
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20/10/18 EPL |
Bournemouth
Bournemouth
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0 - 0 |
Southampton
Southampton
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Bournemouth |
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Last 5 |
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05/04/21 EC |
Blackburn
Blackburn
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0 - 2 |
Bournemouth
Bournemouth
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02/04/21 EC |
Bournemouth
Bournemouth
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3 - 1 |
 Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
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16/03/21 EC |
Bournemouth
Bournemouth
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3 - 0 |
 Swansea
Swansea
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13/03/21 EC |
Bournemouth
Bournemouth
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2 - 3 |
 Barnsley
Barnsley
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06/03/21 EC |
Preston
Preston
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1 - 1 |
Bournemouth
Bournemouth
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Southampton |
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Last 5 |
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04/04/21 EPL |
Southampton
Southampton
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3 - 2 |
 Burnley
Burnley
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14/03/21 EPL |
Southampton
Southampton
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1 - 2 |
 Brighton
Brighton
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10/03/21 EPL |
 Man City
Man City
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5 - 2 |
Southampton
Southampton
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06/03/21 EPL |
 Sheff Utd
Sheff Utd
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0 - 2 |
Southampton
Southampton
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01/03/21 EPL |
 Everton
Everton
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1 - 0 |
Southampton
Southampton
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Championship meets Premier League in the FA Cup quarter-finals
Bournemouth often struggled when they came up against Southampton in the Premier League and now with the two sides playing in different divisions, it is easy to see why the Saints are once again the favourites to win. The Cherries sit 7th in the Championship table and remain in the hunt for the playoff places but have lost two of their last four games at home.
Southampton have been in a rotten run of form lately with their one and only bright moment coming in a 2-0 win away at Sheff Utd a couple of weeks ago. However, the Saints have played so great football this season and will be viewing the FA Cup as their only real route into European football next season. The fact that Southampton have been drawn against the only side outside of the Premier League left in the competition is surely a blessing in disguise for Hasenhuttl's men, one they cannot afford to squander.
Smith is expected to be out until mid-April with an ankle injury, while Cook and Brooks have also been ruled out of the FA Cup quarter-final for Bournemouth. Walcott, Ings, Obafemi, Romeu and Smallbone are all injury concerns for the Saints this weekend and could miss the short trip to Bournemouth.
FAQ about Bournemouth vs Southampton
- Who's the favourite? – The visitors from the Premier League, Southampton are the favourites with all the bookmakers
- Where can I watch the game? – BT Sport 1 / BT Sport Ultimate
- Where is the game being played? – Vitality Stadium (Bournemouth, Dorset), previously known as Dean Court
Football Betting Tips
• by James Kelbrick
Football Betting Tips
• by James Kelbrick