Semenyo ends goal scoring drought as Bournemouth share spoils with Manchester United
16th December 2025
Ghana international Antoine Semenyo returned to the scoresheet after an eight-game drought, helping AFC Bournemouth to a pulsating 4–4 draw against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Monday night.
Match Recap
- Amad Diallo opened the scoring for United before Semenyo struck in the first half to level for Bournemouth.
- Casemiro restored United’s lead just before halftime.
- The Cherries equalised immediately after the restart through Evanilson, before Marcus Tavernier curled in a stunning freekick to make it 3–2.
- United captain Bruno Fernandes responded with an equally brilliant freekick to level at 3–3.
- Matheus Cunha then put United ahead again, but substitute Eli Junior Kroupi denied them victory with a composed finish to seal the 4–4 draw.
Semenyo’s Milestone
Antoine Semenyo’s strike was his seventh Premier League goal of the season, as he has now reached double figures in direct goal involvements (10) — 7 goals and 3 assists in 15 league appearances for AFC Bournemouth this season. Remarkably, he has scored in his last three Premier League games against Manchester United, underlining his knack for delivering on the big stage.
Significance
- The result keeps Bournemouth competitive in mid-table, while Semenyo’s form continues to attract attention, with reports linking him to Manchester United’s radar.
- His blend of pace, power, and finishing has made him one of the Cherries’ standout performers this campaign.
Semenyo’s return to scoring form not only boosts Bournemouth’s attacking options but also strengthens his reputation as one of Ghana’s most in-form forwards in Europe.