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Bournemouth Stuns Spurs with Last-Minute Semenyo Winner

1/8/2026

Summary

Story summary

Antoine Semenyo of AFC Bournemouth scored a 95th-minute winner to beat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2, likely his final match before joining Manchester City for £65 million, intensifying scrutiny on Spurs manager Thomas Frank.
The result ended Bournemouth's 11-game winless streak.
Mathys Tel (Tottenham Hotspur) scored an early goal to give Tottenham the lead.
Evanilson and Eli Junior Kroupi scored for Bournemouth.
Joao Palhinha (Tottenham Hotspur) equalized with an overhead kick.

History

Historical Context

AFC Bournemouth's dramatic 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in 2023 ended an 11-game winless streak, reflecting the club's resilience amid financial pressures. The £65 million transfer of Antoine Semenyo to Manchester City underscores the Premier League's growing financial clout. Historically, Bournemouth faced severe challenges, including a 10-point deduction in 2008 due to administration, yet they have since established themselves in the top tier of English football.

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Story summary

Antoine Semenyo of AFC Bournemouth scored a 95th-minute winner to beat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2, likely his final match before joining Manchester City for £65 million, intensifying scrutiny on Spurs manager Thomas Frank.
The result ended Bournemouth's 11-game winless streak.
Mathys Tel (Tottenham Hotspur) scored an early goal to give Tottenham the lead.
Evanilson and Eli Junior Kroupi scored for Bournemouth.
Joao Palhinha (Tottenham Hotspur) equalized with an overhead kick.

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