Bournemouth vs. Everton Lineups, Preview

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Bournemouth vs. Everton Lineups, Preview

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Faizan Mirza | Last updated Aug 29, 2026 7:30 AM ET

Bournemouth host Everton at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday, August 29, with both teams looking to build momentum in the second round of the 2026-27 Premier League season.

The Cherries began their campaign with a 2-1 loss to Manchester City, and Everton had a 2-0 win over Crystal Palace. The other side to join is David Moyes’ side, who have won a Carabao Cup 4-0 victory over Preston North End with Thierno Barry netting a hat trick.

Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. BST at the Vitality Stadium.

Bournemouth vs. Everton Predicted Lineups & Team News

Bournemouth have a number of injury concerns ahead of the game. Those not available include Eli Junior Kroupi, Julian Araujo, Amine Adli and Veljko Milosavljevic, and the Cherries will hope Evanilson can take over the attack from Kroupi.

Eli Junior Kroupi of Bournemouth celebrates after he scores a goal to make it 1-0 with team-mate Adrien Truffert during the Premier League match between Bournemouth and Manchester City at Vitality Stadium on May 19, 2026 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Robin Jones – AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)Photo by Robin Jones - AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images

Bournemouth starting XI: Petrovic; Antonio Silva, Adam Smith, James Hill, Truffert; Lewis Cook, Alex Scott; Rayan, Justin Kluivert, Marcus Tavernier; Evanilson.

Everton are likely to keep many of the players who have helped them to start their season unbeaten. Jordan Pickford is likely to be the first choice in goal, with Jarrad Branthwaite and James Tarkowski likely to remain in central defense.

Everton’s starting XI: Pickford; Merlin Rohl, Mykolenko, Tarkowski, Branthwaite; Harrison Armstrong, Tyrique George, Iliman Ndiaye, James Garner, Dewsbury-Hall; Thierno Barry.

How & Where to Watch Bournemouth vs. Everton

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United States: Peacock will stream the match live from 10 a.m. ET. The game is also listed through NBC’s Premier League coverage.
United Kingdom: Sky Sports
India: Star Sports Select HD1 and JioHotstar
Pakistan: Star Sports Select HD1.
Argentina: ESPN and Disney+ Premium.
Indonesia: Vidio.
Portugal: DAZN Portugal.
Spain: DAZN Spain.
Other international markets: Fans should check their local Premier League broadcaster and streaming provider, as rights vary by territory.