Antoine Semenyo's Key Contribution Earns Bournemouth a Dramatic 2-2 Draw at Stamford Bridge.

Antoine Semenyo in action during the Premier League clash

The forward completed the full game while his counterpart was withdrawn after the hour mark.

Match Summary

  • Antoine Semenyo's long throws created goals for David Brooks and Justin Kluivert.

  • Chelsea's goals came from Palmer and Fernandez during a chaotic opening 45 minutes.

  • Enzo Fernandez missed the best opportunity of a goalless second period.

In the midst of advanced transfer talks, Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo delivered a mixed performance, setting up two goals and giving away a spot-kick in a thrilling draw with Chelsea.

The 25-year-old, who is in deep discussions over a potential multi-million pound move, nonetheless featured for his current side. His distinctive long throw-ins proved a potent weapon, leading to goals for teammates David Brooks and Justin Kluivert.

Brooks opened the scoring just six minutes in, converting from close quarters after a dangerous long throw from Semenyo.

Chelsea responded and then took the lead after Semenyo fouled Estevao Willian inside the penalty area. The match official awarded a penalty after a review by the Video Assistant Referee system.

Cole Palmer stepped up and converted the penalty, finding the corner despite the goalkeeper guessing correctly. Enzo Fernandez then extended Chelsea's lead, firing a superb shot into the top corner after 23 minutes.

Bournemouth hit back almost immediately, as another Semenyo long throw was turned in by Justin Kluivert from close range just four minutes later.

Chelsea created further opportunities, but Bournemouth ended the first half strongly, testing goalkeeper Robert Sanchez with numerous attempts.

The home side's boss reshuffled his team at the break, bringing on James and Neto for Acheampong and Garnacho.

Early in the second half, a handball appeal against Malo Gusto was dismissed by the VAR official. Petrovic, once of Chelsea, made a fantastic stop to keep out Estevao's powerful drive from the edge of the area.

Fernandez had the clearest opportunity to win it late on, but he skied his effort from a promising position inside the penalty area.

Moments earlier, Palmer was substituted for Joao Pedro, a change that was met with disapproval from some home supporters. Although they enjoyed more possession late on, the hosts were unable to craft a winning goal.

Deep into added time, Unal connected with an Adli cross but sent his volley over the bar from a central position.

This draw extends Chelsea's poor run to only one win in their previous seven Premier League matches. For Bournemouth, the point does little to improve their own form, as they remain without a win in ten games.

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