The Latics have a decorated history in the FA Cup and were minutes away from defying the odds and defeating Bournemouth in the first meeting between the sides earlier in the month. Eddie Howe’s team selection in the first game between the sides caused some debate but the Cherries look to be prioritising Premier League safety this term.
English FA Cup – Wigan Athletic v Bournemouth – DW Stadium – Wednesday 17th January 2018 – 19:45 UK Time
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Draw Best Odd of: 27/11 at Unibet |
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Wigan Athletic
AFC BournemouthWigan Athletic
The Latics are riding the crest of a wave in League One and currently sit 2 points clear at the top of the league and 7 points clear of the teams chasing automatic promotion. Paul Cook’s men acquitted themselves brilliantly against Bournemouth in the first meeting between the teams and will fancy their chances once again. Will Grigg has been on fire this season – notching 11 goals already and the Northern Irishman will be eager to test himself against Premier League opposition.
Bournemouth
The Cherries sit 16th in the Premier League – one point above the dreaded drop zone, following a hectic festive period. Eddie Howe’s men are unbeaten in their last 4 matches in all competitions and look to be finding form at a crucial stage of the season. Callum Wilson is the focal point up front for the Cherries and his 6 goals in all competitions this season could prove invaluable.
Head to Head
These two teams share an identical head to head record of 16 wins, 16 losses and a further 11 draws. A small omen for Wigan could be that they beat Bournemouth at this stage of the competition in 2013 – a season where they went on to lift the cup.
Wigan Athletic v Bournemouth – Betting Odds and Predictions
If the first game is anything to go by, this could well be an open affair.
Over 2.5 goals in the game looks excellent value at 4/5 with PaddyPower.
Will Grigg scored in the first game between the teams and is Wigan’s talisman.
Will Grigg to score anytime looks amazing value at 9/5 with Unibet.
Wigan are full of confidence this season and Bournemouth possess many attacking threats.
Both teams to score – YES – is a logical punt at 13/20 with BetVictor.
Wigan will be looking to capitalise on home advantage here and should qualify from the tie.
Wigan are well priced at 7/5 with Sky Bet to qualify for round 4.
Score Prediction
Wigan Athletic 2 – 2 Bournemouth – 14/1 with William Hill.
Top Betting Tip Wigan Athletic v Bournemouth
Bournemouth will be prioritising Premier League safety which will assist Wigan in this match and the Latics should qualify for round 4. Wigan to qualify and both teams to score in the match pays a healthy 3/1 with StanJames.