Enes Unal starred on his full Premier League debut as AFC Bournemouth cruised to a 3-0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion, setting a club record in the process.
Unal, making a significant impact, assisted Marcos Senesi’s early opener before scoring a bullet header to double Bournemouth’s lead in the south-coast derby. Justin Kluivert sealed the win with a late goal.
The victory propelled Bournemouth to 10th position in the Premier League table, setting a club record of 48 points in a season and placing them ahead of Wolverhampton Wanderers and Brighton.
Bournemouth dominated from the start, with Unal instrumental in creating chances. Despite Brighton’s efforts, they struggled to contain Bournemouth’s attacking threat.
With Unal’s goal and assist, Bournemouth’s European hopes remain alive under manager Andoni Iraola. The Cherries have showcased resilience at home, remaining unbeaten in their last six Premier League games at the Vitality Stadium.
Meanwhile, Brighton’s poor run continues, with Roberto De Zerbi’s side winless in their last six Premier League outings. Despite their strong start to the season, Brighton now faces a challenging run-in as they aim to regain form.
Both teams have seen dramatic shifts in their fortunes since the beginning of the season, with Bournemouth’s resurgence under Iraola contrasting Brighton’s recent struggles under De Zerbi.
Despite missing key players, Bournemouth displayed hunger and determination, reflecting positively on Iraola’s management. With their relentless attacking style, Bournemouth remains a force to be reckoned with in the Premier League.
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