Bournemouth Wait On Fitness Of Artur Boruc And Steve Cook

“Now this is a six-pointer if ever I saw one! How he’s got Bournemouth up is remarkable and he could be a future England manager”. The horrid start to the season could see Steve McClaren’s days at Newcastle numbered if he doesn’t pick up a win against Bournemouth, as the worldwide break will give club owner Mike Ashley enough time to asses the situation.

“But he certainly will not let anyone down if he does play, I know that much”.

Newly promoted Bournemouth will welcome Newcastle United before the upcoming worldwide games in what could be a big game in terms of not just three points but also the momentum and confidence aspect going into the break.

The Cherries will have to make do without the services of long-term absentees Christian Atsu, Callum Wilson, Tyrone Mings and Max Gradel.

“He will continue to improve with games, with the amount of time he has been out and I think there is more to come”.

Newcastle, meanwhile, are all too aware of the fact they need to find a way to win on their travels if they are to avoid another long battle against relegation.

Newcastle United have an injury crisis at the moment.

“Bournemouth is a lovely stadium, a really nice, tight, compact stadium with a fantastic playing surface and a good atmosphere and it’ll be made even better with our fans down there”. We’ve got to make sure we’re focused and ready.

The Cherries have leaked 13 goals in their last four outings in all competitions, scoring just two in reply and a few may be tempted to take on the hosts, with Steve McClaren’s side available at 5/4 (2.25) in NetBet’s “draw no bet” market.

– Eddie Howe’s side have proved to be fast starters with two thirds of their goals netted in the opening half an hour of matches (8 out of 12) – the highest proportion in the top flight.

McClaren has endured a torrid start to his tenure having steered the Magpies to just one win in 11 Premier League games. The Cherries have found it tough to score goals in the league and a strong performance from Ritchie can be vitally important for the home side to claim all 3 points.