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Where to Watch Bournemouth vs Chelsea – December 2025

Mansion Sports – The 2025/2026 Premier League season returns with an engaging matchup as Bournemouth prepare to host Chelsea on Matchweek 15.

The fixture is set to take place at Vitality Stadium on Friday, 5 December 2025 at 15:00 local time.

Both teams enter the contest aiming to recover after suffering defeats in their midweek matches. Bournemouth will rely on home support, while Chelsea seek renewed momentum following recent setbacks.

This encounter marks the first meeting between the two sides since their thrilling 2–2 draw at Stamford Bridge last January, where Reece James netted a dramatic equaliser in the 95th minute.

Below is comprehensive information from Mansion Sports regarding where to watch Bournemouth vs Chelsea December 2025 so you do not miss any action.

Team Conditions Ahead of the Match

Bournemouth

November proved to be a demanding stretch for Bournemouth, who failed to secure a win in four Premier League fixtures—recording one draw and three defeats—while conceding 12 goals. One of the most disappointing results came in their 3–2 loss at Sunderland, despite leading by two goals earlier in the match.

Entering early December, their struggles persisted as Bournemouth fell 1–0 at home to Everton on Tuesday night. Jack Grealish’s 78th-minute strike ended Bournemouth’s unbeaten run at Vitality Stadium this season.

Manager Andoni Iraola criticised his team’s performance, noting a lack of energy in midfield. Their decline is reflected in their tally of only two wins from the last 10 league matches. The downturn has renewed scrutiny on Iraola’s leadership as his contract expires this summer.

Though once linked with several major European clubs, Bournemouth have dropped from second place to 14th, despite sitting just five points behind fourth-placed Chelsea.

To avoid consecutive home losses, Bournemouth must reassert their strong record at Vitality Stadium, where 14 of their 19 points this season have been collected.

However, historical results pose a challenge: Bournemouth have defeated Chelsea at home only twice in 11 encounters, with the most recent victory occurring in January 2019 in a 4–0 triumph.

Bournemouth remain without Ryan Christie (knee injury) and Ben Gannon Doak (hamstring injury). Lewis Cook and Tyler Adams are also unavailable due to suspension, with Adams serving a ban after accumulating five yellow cards.

Fortunately, Marcos Senesi and David Brooks return from suspension. Senesi is expected to replace Veljko Milosavljevic, while Brooks competes with Amine Adli for the right-wing position.

In Cook and Adams’ absence, Marcus Tavernier will likely be deployed deeper alongside Alex Scott, and Evanilson may be selected as the central striker over Eli Junior Kroupi.

Chelsea

Chelsea also arrive in an unfavourable state after a disappointing 3–1 defeat to relegation-battling Leeds United. The loss dealt a significant blow to their Premier League title aspirations.

Despite registering 630 successful passes—their highest tally this season—Chelsea produced only three meaningful chances and displayed defensive vulnerability. Manager Enzo Maresca admitted that Leeds outperformed them in every aspect.

Chelsea now trail league leaders Arsenal by nine points. Although they have coped reasonably well without Cole Palmer, the suspension of Moises Caicedo for three matches could have substantial impact, as the Blues have won only two of eight Premier League matches without him since 2023.

A demanding schedule awaits Chelsea with seven matches in 24 days to close out 2025. Following the trip to Bournemouth, they travel to Italy for a Champions League clash against Atalanta BC.

One of Chelsea’s strengths this season has been their away form. They hold the second-best away record in the league, collecting 13 points on the road—surpassing their tally at Stamford Bridge. They are also unbeaten in their last four visits to Bournemouth, including a narrow 1–0 victory in September 2024.

Caicedo continues his suspension, while Levi Colwill (knee), Romeo Lavia, and Dario Essugo (thigh) remain sidelined. Mykhaylo Mudryk is also unavailable due to suspension.

Cole Palmer, recently returning from injury, may be considered for a starting role, which could displace Liam Delap, while Joao Pedro may shift into a central attacking role.

Enzo Fernandez is expected to anchor midfield alongside captain Reece James, who returns after a period of rest. Pedro Neto and Alejandro Garnacho may feature on the wings, while Malo Gusto is projected to reclaim the right-back position, pushing Trevoh Chalobah back into central defence alongside Wesley Fofana.