Antoine Semenyo’s impressive display inspired Bournemouth to a historic 2-1 victory over Manchester City at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday, marking their first-ever Premier League win against the reigning champions.
Semenyo set the tone early, scoring and causing constant problems for City’s defense with his speed, power, and intelligent hold-up play. Bournemouth began the match with intensity, creating a flurry of early chances. City’s keeper, Ederson, was forced into action in the second minute, pulling off a double save to deny both Semenyo and Justin Kluivert. Just seven minutes later, Semenyo found the breakthrough, slotting home a precise cut-back from Milos Kerkez to give Bournemouth a deserved lead. The home side dominated the first half, preventing City from registering a single shot on target.
Bournemouth continued to press after the break. Ederson managed to block an attempt from Evanilson, but the forward scored minutes later, connecting with another Kerkez cross to double the advantage. City responded with Josko Gvardiol pulling a goal back, yet Bournemouth’s defense held strong. In a tense stoppage-time moment, Erling Haaland came close to leveling the score, only for his effort to be cleared off the line, with his rebound hitting the post.
This victory propels Bournemouth to eighth place, while City slip to second as Liverpool’s win over Brighton sees them claim the top spot. Semenyo, now on four goals this season, showcased the determination and energy that make him invaluable to his team.
SOURCE: http://dew360.net
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