Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U21 Predictions

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Charlton Athletic U21

Charlton Athletic U21

Full Time

1 - 0

AI predicted 2 - 3

AFC Bournemouth U21

AFC Bournemouth U21

🗓️ Friday, 3 Apr 2026 at 13:30 BST (venue time) · 12:30 UTC (your time)📍 Princes Park, Dartford, Kent

Win Probability (1X2)

Charlton Athletic U21 24%Draw 29%AFC Bournemouth U21 47%

Best Value Pick

Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5

Match Result

6.1/10

Late Strike Seals Narrow Win for Charlton Athletic U21 over Bournemouth U21

Charlton Athletic U21 clinched a hard-fought 1-0 victory over AFC Bournemouth U21 at Princes Park, with the decisive goal arriving just four minutes from time. In a match largely defined by defensive discipline and few clear-cut chances, it was the hosts who found the breakthrough late on, sending their supporters into celebration and securing all three points. Neither side was able to dominate proceedings for long stretches, with both teams cancelling each other out in midfield and defences largely on top. The lack of bookings and a solitary goal reflected a contest that was competitive but fair, with Charlton Athletic U21 ultimately showing greater resolve in the closing stages to edge out their visitors.

💀 AI Prediction Report

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Predicted

2 - 3

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Actual

1 - 0

❌Result
❌BTTS
❌O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results0/2 hit

over_under_2_5 — over
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btts — yes
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double_chance — X2
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Key Moments

86' — Goal

Charlton Athletic U21 scores the only goal of the match, breaking the deadlock late on.

Charlton Athletic U21

Charlton Athletic U21

7.2/10

Charlton Athletic U21 displayed patience and resilience throughout the match, keeping their shape and waiting for the right moment to strike. While attacking opportunities were limited, the hosts maintained their focus and capitalised on a late chance to secure the win. Their defensive organisation was particularly impressive, as they managed to keep a clean sheet and restrict Bournemouth U21’s attacking forays. The late goal was a testament to their persistence, and the team’s ability to stay composed under pressure ensured they saw out the result without conceding late on.

Key Players

Charlton Athletic U21 Goalscorer: Scored the decisive goal in the 86th minute to secure the win.

Strengths

Defensive organisationComposure in key momentsLate-game persistence

Weaknesses

Limited attacking threat for much of the matchStruggled to create clear chances until late
AFC Bournemouth U21

AFC Bournemouth U21

6.4/10

AFC Bournemouth U21 matched their hosts for much of the contest, showing good discipline and work rate. However, their inability to create or convert chances ultimately cost them, as they failed to find a way past a well-drilled Charlton defence. Despite staying in the game until the closing minutes, Bournemouth U21 were undone by a late lapse and left Princes Park empty-handed. Their performance was solid defensively, but a lack of attacking edge meant they rarely threatened to take control of the match.

Strengths

Defensive disciplineMaintained shape and focus for most of the match

Weaknesses

Lack of attacking penetrationUnable to respond after conceding late

Tactical Analysis

With both lineups unavailable, the tactical battle appeared to be one of organisation and patience. The match was marked by few clear chances, suggesting both sides set up with a cautious approach, prioritising defensive solidity. The absence of cards points to a disciplined contest, with neither side resorting to rash challenges or losing composure under pressure. Charlton Athletic U21’s ability to find a late winner hints at effective game management and perhaps a tactical tweak or injection of energy late on, while Bournemouth U21’s inability to respond suggests they lacked the attacking options or tactical flexibility to break down the home defence.

Turning Point

The 86th-minute goal for Charlton Athletic U21, which finally broke the deadlock and decided the match.

Man of the Match

Charlton Athletic U21 Goalscorer

Delivered the match-winning moment with a late goal, capping a disciplined team display.

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Charlton Athletic U211.60

Expected goals · model says 1.60

AFC Bournemouth U212.15

Expected goals · model says 2.15

Win Probability
Charlton Athletic U21 29% Draw 21% AFC Bournemouth U21 50%

Over 2.5 Goals

72%

BTTS: Yes

70%

Likely Scores

1-2 · 1-1 · 2-2

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Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U21 Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
24%
29%
47%
Charlton Athletic U21 24%Draw 29%AFC Bournemouth U21 47%
Both Teams to Score
68%
32%
Yes 68%No 32%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
74%
26%
Over 2.5 74%Under 2.5 26%

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The Case For This Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U21 Prediction

This fixture features two of the league's most attack-minded sides, both averaging over 2 goals per game but conceding heavily as well. Charlton Athletic U21 are inconsistent, with a recent form of WLLLW and a mid-table position, while AFC Bournemouth U21 are pushing for the top spots and have a strong H2H record, having won 6 of the last 7 meetings. Expect a high-tempo, open game with plenty of chances and a strong likelihood of goals at both ends.

Key Factors at a Glance

Recent Form

  • →Recent form: Charlton WLLLW (last 5), Bournemouth LWWLD (last 5).

Defence

  • →Charlton's home record is only average (4W, 4D, 3L), while Bournemouth's away record is inconsistent but with attacking threat (4W, 1D, 5L, 18 scored, 24 conceded).
  • →Both teams have low clean sheet rates (Charlton 17%, Bournemouth 26%).

Injuries & Team News

  • →No significant injuries reported for either side.

Match Context

  • →Both teams have high season over 2.5 goal percentages (Charlton 78%, Bournemouth 87%).
  • →Bournemouth have dominated the H2H, winning 6 of the last 7.

How Charlton Athletic U21 and AFC Bournemouth U21 Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U21 Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games.

Charlton Athletic U21Charlton Athletic U21last 5 matches

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AFC Bournemouth U21AFC Bournemouth U21last 5 matches

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Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U21 — Last 10 Matches

Charlton Athletic U21Charlton Athletic U21Last 10 results
L2-3
W1-0
W5-2
W3-2
L1-2
L0-1
L1-2
W2-0
W6-0
L1-2
L@ Wigan Athletic U212-3
Wvs AFC Bournemouth U211-0
Wvs Peterborough United U215-2
W@ Coventry City U213-2
Lvs Huddersfield Town U211-2
L@ Cardiff City U210-1
Lvs Bristol City U211-2
Wvs Millwall U212-0
Wvs Swansea City U216-0
L@ Brentford U211-2

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
  • +Prolific attack — 2.4 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games
  • +Over 2.5 goals in 76.92% of games this season
AFC Bournemouth U21AFC Bournemouth U21Last 10 results
W4-0
L2-5
W6-2
L0-1
W3-2
W3-2
W1-0
L2-3
D2-2
W4-0
W@ Hull City U214-0
L@ Queens Park Rangers U212-5
W@ Fleetwood Town U216-2
L@ Charlton Athletic U210-1
Wvs Crewe Alexandra U213-2
W@ Sheffield United U213-2
Wvs Barnsley U211-0
Lvs Brentford U212-3
D@ Watford U212-2
Wvs Millwall U214-0

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
  • +Prolific attack — 3.0 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Over 2.5 goals in 85.71% of games this season

Concerns

  • −Leaky defence — 2.0 conceded/game

What History Says: Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U21

Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U21 Head-to-Head History

Last 8 meetings between these sides

2

Charlton Athletic U21 wins

0

Draws

6

AFC Bournemouth U21 wins

25%0% draws75%
3 Apr 26Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U211-0
12 Jan 26AFC Bournemouth U21 vs Charlton Athletic U214-1
18 Mar 25Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U211-2
10 Dec 24AFC Bournemouth U21 vs Charlton Athletic U212-3
29 Mar 24Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U211-2
27 Jan 24AFC Bournemouth U21 vs Charlton Athletic U214-0

Things to Watch: Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U21

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  • ⚠️No detailed shots, corners, or card data for recent matches; set piece and discipline predictions are lower confidence.
  • ⚠️U21 leagues can be volatile with squad rotations and unpredictable motivation.
  • ⚠️Lineups are unknown at time of prediction.

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How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Charlton Athletic U21 vs AFC Bournemouth U21: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 29 March 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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