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In a stunning display at the Vitality Stadium, AFC Bournemouth ended Manchester City’s 32-game unbeaten Premier League streak with a hard-fought 2-1 victory.
The win marked Bournemouth’s first-ever league triumph over the reigning champions, sending shockwaves through the league and delivering a memorable moment for the club and its fans.
Bournemouth came out with remarkable intensity, taking control from the opening minutes.
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Antoine Semenyo set the tone early, firing a powerful shot from the edge of the box that forced City goalkeeper Ederson into a challenging save.
The ball deflected into the path of Justin Kluivert, who attempted a follow-up shot, keeping Ederson under pressure and foreshadowing a relentless attack from the home side.
Just seven minutes in, Bournemouth’s persistence paid off.
Full-back Milos Kerkez showcased his speed and skill on the left wing, darting down the sideline before delivering a pinpoint cutback to Semenyo.
The striker turned with composure and struck a low, accurate shot into the far corner, putting Bournemouth up 1-0 and electrifying the home crowd.
With City trailing, Bournemouth continued their aggressive approach.
Early in the second half, Evanilson nearly doubled the lead after breaking through on goal, only to be thwarted by Ederson, who charged forward to make a crucial block.
Yet the Brazilian forward remained undeterred, and in the 64th minute, he found his moment.
Kerkez was again the creator, whipping a beautiful cross from the left side that found Evanilson’s outstretched foot.
With expert timing, Evanilson guided the ball past Ederson, giving Bournemouth a comfortable two-goal cushion and intensifying the pressure on the defending champions.
City, not accustomed to trailing, pushed forward with urgency as the clock wound down.
Joško Gvardiol provided a glimmer of hope in the dying minutes, rising high at the back post to meet a cross from Ilkay Gundogan and heading it powerfully past Bournemouth goalkeeper Neto.
The goal brought the score to 2-1, sparking a late surge from City as they desperately sought an equalizer.
Despite the champions’ late efforts, Bournemouth’s defense held firm. Marcus Tavernier struck the post with a curling shot, and Adam Smith missed a chance to seal the win after sending his shot over an empty net.
Still, Bournemouth maintained their composure under pressure, holding on to secure a famous victory and snap City’s lengthy unbeaten streak.
On the same day, Newcastle United clinched a vital 1-0 win over Arsenal at St. James’ Park, with Alexander Isak’s towering header proving decisive.
The win marked Newcastle’s first league victory in five games and dealt a blow to Arsenal’s title ambitions.
Anthony Gordon set up the winning goal, crossing to Isak, who outjumped Arsenal’s defense to score past goalkeeper David Raya.
Liverpool also climbed to the top of the Premier League standings with a spirited 2-1 comeback win over Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield.
After falling behind, Liverpool rallied in the second half, showing resilience and determination to reclaim three points and strengthen their title campaign.
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