Bournemouth continued their impressive run in the Premier League with a significant victory over Brighton, marking Enes Unal’s first start with a goal that helped secure the win. Marcos Senesi opened the scoring for Bournemouth in the 13th minute, heading in from close range after a corner kick was not cleared by Brighton’s defense.
Despite missing a chance in the first half, Enes Unal made no mistake after the break, cleverly nodding in Dango Ouattara’s cross to extend Bournemouth’s lead. The Cherries’ dominance was further highlighted by Justin Kluivert’s late goal, sealing the win with a powerful strike past Brighton’s goalkeeper.
Brighton struggled to make an impact throughout the game, with their only notable chance being Simon Adingra’s effort, which was tipped over the bar by Bournemouth’s goalkeeper. The loss leaves Brighton in 12th place, with just six wins in their last 28 league games.
Bournemouth’s victory sees them reach their highest points total in the Premier League, with manager Andoni Iraola praising his team’s performance. He confirmed that Enes Unal’s loan deal will become permanent, highlighting the player’s positive impact both on and off the pitch.
While Bournemouth continues to impress under Iraola’s management, Brighton faces uncertainties, with questions surrounding Roberto de Zerbi’s future as manager. Despite making several changes to the lineup, Brighton struggled to pose a threat to Bournemouth’s defense, raising concerns about their performance going forward.
Both managers acknowledged the importance of their remaining games and emphasized the need for improvement. As Bournemouth celebrates a crucial victory, Brighton must address their shortcomings to finish the season on a positive note.
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