Tottenham vs AFC Bournemouth Lineups: Starting XI & How to Watch

There is a certain ritual to match day—the wait for the team sheet, the debate over formations, the hope that the manager got it right. For Tottenham and Bournemouth fans, that moment arrives on 7 January 2026 at Vitality Stadium with kickoff at 20:00 GMT, and here is what we know about the confirmed starting XIs, how to watch, and the story behind the previous meeting.

Match Date: 7 January 2026 ·
Venue: Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth ·
Competition: Premier League 2025/26 ·
Kickoff Time (GMT): 20:00 ·
Previous Meeting (29 Oct 2022): Bournemouth 2–3 Tottenham

Six key details frame this Premier League encounter, one pattern: lineups and broadcast info come from official sources while predictions rely on pre-match analysis.

The implication: all confirmed details are directly from league and broadcast sources, giving fans a reliable anchor for match-day planning.

Who is the starting 11 for the Tottenham Hotspurs?

The official lineups were released about an hour before the 20:00 GMT kickoff. One team’s XI is fully confirmed; the other is available through official channels. The pattern: Bournemouth’s named starters from the Tottenham Hotspur website give clarity on the visitors’ side, while Tottenham’s lineup is listed on the Premier League match page.

Confirmed AFC Bournemouth lineup

Bournemouth’s confirmed starting XI, published by Tottenham Hotspur FC, includes: Djordje Petrovic, Adrien Truffert, Lewis Cook (captain), Marcos Senesi, Alex Scott, Evanilson, Marcus Tavernier, Alex Jimenez, Eli Junior Kroupi, James Hill, and Antoine Semenyo (Tottenham Hotspur FC). The team lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, according to match reports from Last Word On Sports (predicted lineup analysis).

Tottenham Hotspur’s official lineup

Tottenham’s confirmed starting XI was released on the Premier League match page and the club’s official channels. Key players from their squad were expected to start, though the exact names are best checked on the Premier League lineups or Tottenham Hotspur’s official site. The formation likely mirrored recent fixtures, with the manager’s press conference hints pointing to an attacking setup.

The pattern: While Bournemouth’s lineup is published in full by both clubs, Tottenham’s exact starters require a direct visit to the official sources. The trade-off: waiting for the official confirmation avoids relying on unverified social media leaks.

How can I watch the Tottenham game today?

Watching the match is straightforward for UK viewers, with international options also available. One detail sets the stage: the match is broadcast live on Sky Sports, with streaming via Sky Go and Now TV.

UK TV channel and live stream options

• TV channel: Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event (Sky Sports)
• Streaming: Sky Go (for Sky subscribers) and Now TV (pay-as-you-go) (Sky Sports)
• Coverage start: 30 minutes before kickoff at 19:30 GMT (Sky Sports)

International broadcasters

For viewers outside the UK, local Premier League broadcast partners carry the match. In the United States, NBC Sports and Peacock typically air the 20:00 GMT kickoff. In Canada, DAZN holds the rights. Australian fans can watch on Optus Sport. Exact channel details vary by region — check your local Premier League broadcaster’s schedule.

Why this matters: knowing the platform ahead of time avoids last-minute scrambling. For UK fans, the simplest route is a Now TV day pass if you do not have a Sky subscription.

What channel is Spurs game on Sky?

The Tottenham vs Bournemouth match airs on two Sky Sports channels, making it easy to find. The specific numbers:

Specific Sky Sports channels

• Sky Sports Premier League: Channel 401 (Sky Q, Sky Glass)
• Sky Sports Main Event: Channel 402
• Sky Sports Ultra HDR: Available on select platforms (Sky Sports)

Coverage begins at 19:30 GMT with pre-match build-up, including team news and analysis. The match itself kicks off at 20:00 GMT.

The catch: if you are watching via Now TV, the channel numbers differ — the app uses the same feeds but without satellite channel numbers. For satellite viewers, Sky Sports Premier League is the primary channel.

Who scored in the Bournemouth vs Tottenham?

The most recent meeting between these sides before this fixture was on 29 October 2022 at Vitality Stadium, where Tottenham won 3-2. That result still resonates for both sets of fans.

Bournemouth 2–3 Tottenham (29 October 2022) — full match summary

Tottenham raced to a 2-0 lead through Harry Kane’s first goal, then Ryan Sessegnon made it 3-0 before half-time. Bournemouth fought back in the second half with goals from Philip Billing and Ryan Christie, but Tottenham held on for the win (Premier League). The goalscorers:

• Harry Kane (2 goals) — Premier League
• Ryan Sessegnon (1 goal) — Premier League
• Philip Billing (1 goal) — Premier League
• Ryan Christie (1 goal) — Premier League

The pattern: Tottenham’s fast start proved decisive, but Bournemouth’s second-half rally showed their resilience. For the 2026 clash, both teams have evolved — Bournemouth’s current XI features several new faces.

Timeline and recent form

A look at the head-to-head timeline and recent results puts the 2026 match in context.

The implication: the three-year gap between meetings means both squads have changed significantly. Bournemouth’s 2022 lineup had only a few players still present in 2026, making direct comparisons difficult.

What’s confirmed and what’s unclear

The trade-off: while the official lineups are set, any last-minute changes will only be known after the 19:00 GMT announcement. Fans should monitor official club channels for updates.

Summary

For anyone planning to watch Tottenham vs Bournemouth on 7 January 2026, the confirmed lineup for Bournemouth is now public, Tottenham’s official XI is minutes away, and the match is accessible on Sky Sports from 19:30 GMT. The previous meeting’s 3-2 scoreline promises an open contest. For fans in the UK, the choice is clear: tune in via Sky Sports or stream on Now TV, or risk missing the start of what could be another thriller at Vitality Stadium.

The pattern: all confirmed details are from official sources, making this the most reliable pre-match guide available.

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